Bible Exegesis: Exodus 20
Prior to beginning this assignment, I had already found a passionate interest in theology, primarily the logical historical analysis of the Old Testament. I had read several books on the topic, but still had a thirst for more knowledge. With that said, my preceding assumptions predominantly consisted of skepticism towards the religious interpretation of the Old Testament. I believed that Exodus 20 was a prime example of the religious establishment interpreting an ancient text as to be divine. I felt that the Ten Commandments were nothing more then a moral code of antiquity, established as an ethical compass by spiritual leaders in a religious society.
Exodus 20 is a hot button topic in today’s polarized political climate. Conservatives want the Ten Commandments displayed in all schools and Liberals argue that it’s a violation of the separation of church and state. With this debate not likely to reach a compromise in the near future, I feel......
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