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Bible Survey Lesson 7: Deuteronomy

Delve into the profound themes and intricate structure of the book of Deuteronomy, authored by the Deuteronomist in the 5th century, to understand its relevance and impact. Uncover the covenant renewal framework, historical perspective, and the significance of Yahweh's attributes in this enlightening survey lesson.

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Bible Survey Lesson 7: Deuteronomy

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  1. Bible SurveyLesson 7: Deuteronomy

  2. Title, Author, and Date Title Hebrew: “These are the Words” (Of Moses) LXX: “Deuteronomy” = “Second Law” Author: 5th century Deuteronomist Written: 1406 BC Events: 30 Days in 1406

  3. Purpose Moses reminded and warned the second generation of Israel on the eve of the conquest concerning the works and covenant of God so that they might be obedient and glorify Him in this new context under a new leader.

  4. Outline • The First Speech of Moses: Historical Perspective (1:1-4:43) • The Second Speech of Moses: Stipulations of the Covenant (4:44-28:68) • The Third Speech of Moses: The Making of Another Covenant (29:1-30:20) • The Song of Moses (31:1-32:47) • The Blessing of Moses (32:48-34:12)

  5. The Monolithic Importance of Deuteronomy • Summary of Torah • Historical Summary (1-4) • Reiteration of the Law (5-26) • Reminder of the Curses (27-28) • Foreshadow of Old and New Testaments • Prince (17) • Prophet (18) • New Covenant (29)

  6. The Monolithic Importance of Deuteronomy • NT Confirmation • Third most quoted book • Psalms – 68x • Isaiah – 55x • Deuteronomy – 44x • Jesus in the Wilderness • Romans quotes Deuteronomy 11x! Hebrews 7x

  7. Problem: What is the Structure of Deuteronomy? • A Covenant Renewal Document • An Exhortation to Covenant Faithfulness within a Covenant Renewal Framework

  8. Hittite Treaties Ancient Superpower They issued treaties that governed the people in the absence of the Hittite king Treaty was unilateral and imposed upon conquered people The treaty read periodically and stored by the king’s and the people. The Hittite and indigenous gods ensured fulfillment through blessings or curses.

  9. Support for the Hittite Treaty Theory • Moses would have known of the Hittites • He was educated in Egypt • Egypt was the other dominant superpower • If Moses used this treaty form it does not compromise inspiration or authority.

  10. Problems with the Hittite Treaty Theory • Hittite Treaties postdated Deuteronomy • Hittites: c 1400 – 1150 BC • Deuteronomy: 1406 BC • Deuteronomy has other sections not found in the Treaties • The Treaties were inaugurated once and were never renewed

  11. Problem: What is the Structure of Deuteronomy? • A Covenant Renewal Document • An Exhortation to Covenant Faithfulness within a Covenant Renewal Framework • A Narrative Establishing a Pattern of Grace after Failure that Reaches to the Eschaton • A Record of the Speeches of Moses that Explain and Call for Obedience to the Mosaic Covenant

  12. Theme: The God of Israel • “Yahweh your/our God” used 304 times in the book. • 237 occurences in chapters 5-28 alone! • Foundation for the Laws and Ordinances • Constant Reminder to Second Generation

  13. Theme: The Choice of Yahweh • Choice of Israel (4:37; 7:6-8; 10:15; 14:2) • Choice of a place for his name to dwell (12:5-26; 14:23-25; 15:20; 16:2-16; 17:8, 10; 18:6; 26:2; 31:11) • Shiloh • Jerusalem • New Jerusalem • John 4:21-23

  14. Theme: The Choice of Yahweh • Choice of the future King (17:15) • 1 Samuel 8 • Saul (1 Sam 9) • David (1 Sam 16) • Jesus (Matt 2:2; 27:29; Rev 19:16) • Choice of the Priests (18:5; 21:5) • Hebrews 5:5-10 • Choice of the Prophet (18:15) • Hebrews 1:1

  15. Theme: The Attributes of Yahweh • Yahweh is Unique and Jealous (4:24; 5:9; 6:4-9, 15; 13:2-10; 29:20; 32:16-21) • Yahweh is Faithful (1:38-39; 2:7; 3:1-3; 7:9, 12; 31:6, 8; 32:4) • Yahweh is Loving (1:31; 4:37; 7:7-8, 13; 13:18; 23:5; 30:5; 33:12)

  16. Theme: The Attributes of Yahweh • Yahweh is Gracious (1:8, 10, 11, 20-21, 25, 35; 2:7; 3:18, 20-21; 4:31; 6:10; 7:8, 13-16; 8:10, 18; 9:5, 27-28; 10:15, 22; 11:9, 14-17, 21; 12:1, 21; 14:24, 29; 28:9; 29:13) • Gift of the land. • Gift of whole cities • Gift of good weather • Gift of many children.

  17. Theme: The Attributes of Yahweh • Yahweh is Just/Judge (1:37; 3:26; 4:21, 25; 6:15; 7:4; 9:18-20, 22; 11:17; 13:17; 29:20, 23, 25, 27-28; 31:29; 32:21-22) • He Judged Moses • He Judged Israel • He Judged the Nations

  18. Theme: The Requirement of Yahweh • Fear Yahweh • Walk in Yahweh’s ways • Love Yahweh • Serve Yahweh • Keep Yahweh’s commands • Hear and obey Yahweh

  19. Theme: The Heart • 1:28; 2:30; 4:9, 29, 39; 5:29; 6:5, 6; 7:17; 8:2, 5, 14, 17; 9:4, 5; 10:12, 16; 11:13, 16, 18; 13:3; 15:7, 9, 10; 17:17, 20; 18:21; 19:6; 20:3, 8; 26:16; 28:28, 47, 65, 67; 29:1-19; 30:1-17; 32:46 • The Command Center of the Person • Naturally Stubborn (2:30) • Naturally Fearful (7:17) • Motivation for obedience or disobedience • Need for Circumcision of the Heart

  20. Problem: What is the Covenant in 29:1-30:20? • The Palestinian Covenant • The Sinaitic Covenant • The Sinaitic and the New Covenants • The New Covenant

  21. Theme: Transition of Power • Moses Dies (1:37; 3:23-27; 31:2, 14, 16, 27, 29; 32:48-52; 34:1-8) • Moses constantly reminds them of his death • Moses constantly prepares for a new leader • Joshua son of Nun takes leadership (1:38; 3:28; 31:3, 7-8, 14, 23; 32:44) • Joshua presented to the people • Joshua charged to be strong and courageous (6x)!

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