Dictionary of Bible Themes The customary designation given to the code of law in Ex 20:22-23:33, but it may also have included the Ten Commandments (Ex 20:2-17). Exodus 24:7Moses reads the Book of the Covenant to the Israelites See also Exodus 20:22-23:33The Book of the Covenant is the oldest, extant codification of Israelite law, where human values are constantly elevated over material ones. It can be argued that each section of the code is a further exposition of one of the Ten Commandments, giving specific case laws. 2 Kings 23:2-3Josiah reads the rediscovered Book of the Covenant to the people of Judah See also 2 Kings 23:21pp 2Ch 34:30-31 See also This reference to the Book of the Covenant applies either to all or part of the book of Deuteronomy, or to the entire Mosaic Law. 1345 covenant1640 Book of the Law 5375 law 5377 law, Ten Commandments 8466 reformation |
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