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Matthew Henry explains it this way:
"God says to Moses, that the Israelites had corrupted themselves. Sin is the corruption of the sinner, and it is a self-corruption; every man is tempted when he is drawn aside of his own lust. They turned aside out of the way. Sin is a departing from the way of duty into a by-path. They soon forgat God's works.
"He sees what they cannot discover, nor is any wickedness of the world hid from him. We could not bear to see the thousandth part of that evil which God sees every day.
"God expresses the greatness of his just displeasure, after the manner of men who would have prayer of Moses could save them from ruin; thus he was a type of Christ, by whose mediation alone, God would reconcile the world to himself.
"Moses pleads God's glory. The glorifying God's name, as it ought to be our first petition, and it is so in the Lord's prayer, so it ought to be our great plea.
"And God's promises are to be our pleas in prayer; for what he has promised he is able to perform. See the power of prayer.
"In answer to the prayers of Moses, God showed his purpose of sparing the people, as he had before seemed determined on their destruction; which change of the outward discovery of his purpose, is called repenting of the evil."
(Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary: Exodus 32:7-14)
Another thing we might take away from this may be found in the prophecies of the coming Judgment Day... when we will all give account of ourselve to our Creator according to our works.
"...behold, I come quickly; and My reward is with Me, to give every man according as his work shall be." (Rev.22:12)
God can be "reasoned with." He will demand to hear the side of His Child's reasoning -- whether that reasoning is sound.
"...the LORD answered Job out of the storm. He said: 'Who is this that darkens My counsel with words without Knowledge? Brace yourself like a man; I will question you, and you shall answer Me." (Job.38:1-3 NIV)
How many of us are ready to stand before the Lord to plead our case?
Moses pleaded for the people in accordance with scripture. And Jesus pleaded His case and defeated Satan in the temptation account by "quoting scripture."
In Scripture is where we find True KNOWLEDGE, Wisdom and Understanding... the Divine Knowledge of His Word that God is interested in seeing instilled in His Children.
"Get Wisdom, get Understanding... Wisdom is supreme; therefore get Wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get Understanding." (Prov.4:5-7 NIV)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of Wisdom, and Knowledge of the Holy One is Understanding." (Prov.9:10 NIV)
Moses possessed God's Wisdom and Understanding. Acknowledging God's supremacy is the only way to begin any encounter with Him.
And crying out for His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ [the God to whom Moses prayed and praised - John 1:3] is the only way one might hope to survive that encounter.
As Moses' prayer demonstrates... God will listen to sound reasoning [not vain carnal foolishness]... and in such cases, like any loving father, will listen and respond to His faithful Childrens' pleas.
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How many times is the book of the Lord mentioned in the Bible?
The exact phrase "the book of the Lord" doesn't appear, but Moses talks to the Lord about it in Exodus 32:32, and the Lord refers to it in Exodus 32:33. Bottom line: twice.
How many verse in the book of exodus?
In the King James version - 1,262 Exodus - 1 _ 22 Exodus - 2 _ 25 Exodus - 3 _ 22 Exodus - 4 _ 31 Exodus - 5 _ 23 Exodus - 6 _ 30 Exodus - 7 _ 25 Exodus - 8 _ 32 Exodus - 9 _ 35 Exodus - 10 _ 29 Exodus - 11 _ 10 Exodus - 12 _ 51 Exodus - 13 _ 22 Exodus - 14 _ 31 Exodus - 15 _ 27 Exodus - 16 _ 36 Exodus - 17 _ 16 Exodus - 18 _ 27 Exodus - 19 _ 25 Exodus - 20 _ 26 Exodus - 21 _ 36 Exodus - 22 _ 31 Exodus - 23 _ 33 Exodus - 24 _ 18 Exodus - 25 _ 40 Exodus - 26 _ 37 Exodus - 27 _ 21 Exodus - 28 _ 43 Exodus - 29 _ 46 Exodus - 30 _ 38 Exodus - 31 _ 18 Exodus - 32 _ 35 Exodus - 33 _ 23 Exodus - 34 _ 35 Exodus - 35 _ 35 Exodus - 36 _ 38 Exodus - 37 _ 29 Exodus - 38 _ 31 Exodus - 39 _ 43 Exodus - 40 _ 38
What book in the Bible is the story of the golden calf?
Exodus chapter 32.
When moses returned from mount sinai did the Israelites repent?
Yes. The sinners were dealt with (Exodus 32:26-28, and 32:35), Moses prayed for them (Exodus 34:9, Deuteronomy 9:17-18), and they repented (Ramban commentary on Exodus 33:6). Had they not repented, God would never have made the promise of Exodus 34:10.
What golden animal did the israelites make as an idol?
A golden calf (Exodus 32)
Where was Joshua the son of Nun when the people made the golden calf?
Exodus tells us that Joshua was on the mount with Moses (Exodus 24:13, 32:17).
Where did Moses break the two Stone Tablets?
At the bottom of Mount Sinai (Exodus 32:19).
Explain from bible quote I carried you on eagles' wings?
Exodus 19:4 or Deuteronomy 32:11
How many times does stiff necked appear in the Bible?
Atleast six times. (Exodus 32:9)(Exodus 33:3-5)(Exodus 34:9)(Deuteronomy 9:6)(Deuteronomy 9:13)(Acts 7:51)
Who led the Israelites through the wilderness?
Moses (Exodus 32:34), by the guidance of God (Numbers ch.9).
What is the significance of Exodus 34 6 and 7 in the context of Exodus 32-34?
These two verses reveal and list God's qualities of forgiveness and patience. The context (Exodus ch.32-34) is that of the aftermath of the making of the Golden Calf, for which the Israelites had been punished and had expressed contrition. After they repented, God gave them this covenant of forgiveness.See also:About the Golden Calf
How did god punish the Jewish people for disobedience dureing the exodus?
"After the Exodus," not during. Not knowing which incident you're referring to, I'll assume it's the Golden Calf (Exodus ch.32-33). The punishment was that God smote them (Exodus 32:35) and an unspecified number of people died. If you meant to ask about a different incident (or all of them), please post another question. Here is further background: The Golden Calf (Exodus ch.32) was a case of taking the initiative. It was a one-time error which was quickly and decisively stamped out. And while it was a serious offense, it may be a bit less of a puzzle if we consider the following: 1) It seemed that Moses had died (Rashi commentary, Exodus 32:1); and they wanted something or someone to lead them (Exodus 32:1). They felt that this (seemingly) drastic circumstance justified quickly taking unusual measures. 2) They had a tradition that they would eventually build an edifice to God (Rashi, Exodus 26:15); and, not yet having been commanded as to the details (the Tabernacle), they thought that they might now improvise. 3) The actual intent was not to worship the Golden Calf itself, but to worship the Presence of God (Exodus 32:5) which (they hoped) would dwell upon it. 4) The entire event was instigated by Egyptians (Rashi, Exodus 32:4) who had recently joined among the mixed multitude (Exodus 12:38). 5) Those who sinned were, at most, in the thousands (Exodus 32:28). Not hundreds of thousands. 6) That generation was judged by an exacting standard, precisely because they were on a high level (Rabbi Yehudah HaLevi). 7) In each era, there are different spiritual tests. The (main) test in ancient times was whether people would succumb to the lure of idolatry and its preludes. This powerful lure has since been emasculated (Talmud, Yoma 69b), so it is hard for us now to fully comprehend.
