Be with
“present to save according to promise” (Ex. 3:12)
Congregation
“gathering, assembly” (Ex. 12:6)
Glory of the LORD
“Presence of God in cloud and fire” (Ex. 16:7)
May/June 1446 BC
Israel arrives at wilderness of Sinai
Ex. 19-24
God’s Law and Covenant
Ex. 25-40
The Tabernacle and Cult
Firstfruits
“first produce of harvest, offered in thanksgiving to YHWH: (Ex. 23:16)
Torah
“instruction of/from YHWH” (Ex. 24:12)
Sanctuary:
“holy place” (Ex. 25:8)
Tabernacle
“tent where YHWH dwelt and revealed himself” (Ex. 25:9)
Covenant
“God’s way with humankind” (Ex. 34:6-7)
March/April 1445 BC
Tabernacle set up
Lev. 1-7
Sacrificial Laws
Lev. 8-10
Institution of the Priesthood