Exodus 34:35
and the Israelites would see that the face of Moses was radiant. So Moses would put the veil back over his face until he went in to speak with the LORD.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 34:35?

2. How can we reflect God's glory in our daily interactions like Moses did?

3. What does Moses' radiant face teach us about spending time with God?

4. How does Exodus 34:35 connect with 2 Corinthians 3:18 about transformation?

5. Why did Moses cover his face, and how can we apply this today?

6. What steps can we take to ensure others see God's glory through us?

7. Why did Moses' face shine after speaking with the LORD in Exodus 34:35?

8. How does Exodus 34:35 demonstrate the power of divine encounters?

9. What is the significance of Moses wearing a veil in Exodus 34:35?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 34?

11. Why did Moses cover his face with a veil?

12. (Exodus 35:1-3) How could Israel realistically avoid kindling any fire at all in a harsh desert environment for an entire day each week?

13. How do the measurements and quantities listed in Exodus 38:21-23 harmonize with other parts of Exodus and Numbers that detail Israel's population and resources?

14. If Psalm 95:7-11 portrays God's long-term wrath on an entire generation, how does that reconcile with passages emphasizing God's mercy (e.g., Exodus 34:6)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Moses' radiant face after being in God's presence challenge us to consider our own time spent with God? What changes might we expect in our lives as a result?

2. In what ways does the role of Moses as a mediator foreshadow the work of Jesus Christ? How does this understanding deepen our appreciation for Christ's sacrifice?

3. How can the concept of the veil in Exodus 34:35 help us understand the difference between the old and new covenants? What does it mean for us to live with "unveiled faces" today?

4. Reflect on a time when you experienced a sense of awe or reverence for God's holiness. How did that experience impact your relationship with Him?

5. What practical steps can we take to ensure that we are reflecting God's glory in our interactions with others? How can we be intentional about being a light in our communities?1. Reflect on God's description of Himself in verse 5. How does this portrayal influence your understanding of God's nature?

2. Moses is seen interceding for the Israelites in verse 8-9. How does this model of leadership inform our roles in our communities today?

3. Why do you think God chose to renew His covenant with the Israelites despite their disobedience?

4. Explore the commandments given in verses 18-27. How can these ancient rules guide our lives today?

5. What does the radiance of Moses' face symbolize in this passage? How can we achieve such transformation in our own lives?

6. In what ways do the laws presented mirror or differ from societal norms today?

7. How can the events on Mount Sinai teach us about the seriousness of God's covenants?

8. How does this passage challenge our understanding of God's justice?

9. What does God's instruction to Moses about the creation of the second tablets tell us about second chances?

10. How can the Israelites' reaction to Moses' radiant face guide our responses to extraordinary spiritual experiences?

11. Consider God's response to Moses' plea for favor and forgiveness. What does this tell us about God's attitude towards repentance?

12. Moses was asked to present himself alone on the mountaintop. What does this say about our personal relationship with God?

13. Moses followed God's command without question. How can we develop such absolute faith and obedience in our lives?

14. How does God's mercy and grace manifest in this chapter, and how does that impact our understanding of His character?

15. How does the notion of God as a "jealous God" align with the loving and compassionate nature presented in the same passage?

16. What are the consequences of making a treaty with the inhabitants of the land as described in this passage? How can we apply this to our modern context?

17. How does this passage instruct us on worship, and how might we apply these principles today?

18. In what ways can we identify with the Israelites' fear of Moses' radiant face? How should we react when faced with God's glory?

19. What can we learn from Moses' 40-day encounter with God, especially in the context of our spiritual disciplines?

20. Considering Moses' use of a veil, how should we manage the spiritual revelations we receive in our interactions with others?

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