Thematic Bible: Rites of, obscene and impure


Thematic Bible



Moses saw that the people were running wild, for Aaron had let them get completely out of control, causing derision from their enemies. Verse ConceptsAmusementsdisgraceShameDegradationPeople Stripping PeopleShame Of Bad Conductvulnerability


The Israelites said things about the Lord their God that were not right. They built high places in all their cities, from the watchtower to the fortress. Verse ConceptsSecrecySecret SinsConcealment, Of SinActing In Secret

When Israel lived in Shittim, the people began to commit sexual immorality with the daughters of Moab. These women invited the people to the sacrifices of their gods; then the people ate and bowed down to their gods. When Israel joined themselves to Baal-peor, the anger of the Lord flared up against Israel.

Among the smooth stones of the stream are the idols you love; they, they are the object of your devotion. You pour out liquid offerings to them, you make an offering. Because of these things I will seek vengeance. Verse Conceptsdrink offeringMaking Cereal Offerings And Libations

Behind the door and doorpost you put your symbols. Indeed, you depart from me and go up and invite them into bed with you. You purchase favors from them, you love their bed, and gaze longingly on their genitals. You take olive oil as tribute to your king, along with many perfumes. You send your messengers to a distant place; you go all the way to Sheol.

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