Why Is Forgetfulness Described as a Root Cause of Rebellion? In the theology of Deuteronomy and throughout Scripture, forgetfulness is not merely an intellectual lapse—it is a spiritual hazard. Forgetting God’s mighty acts, covenant faithfulness, and past guidance often leads Israel into disobedience, idolatry, and moral compromise. The repeated biblical…
How Does Deuteronomy Portray Memory as a Spiritual Discipline? The book of Deuteronomy presents memory as far more than mental recall. It portrays remembering as a deliberate, life-shaping spiritual discipline essential to covenant faithfulness. As Moses addresses Israel before they enter the Promised Land, he repeatedly commands them to remember…
Why Is Israel Repeatedly Called to Remember God’s Mighty Acts? In the sweeping narrative of the Old Testament, few themes appear as consistently as the call to remember. From the Exodus to the wilderness journey and the covenant renewal speeches in Deuteronomy, Israel is repeatedly commanded to recall what God…