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Exodus 17:14
And the LORD said unto Moses, Write thisfor a memorial in a book, and rehearseit in the ears of Joshua: for I will utterly put out the remembrance of Amalek from under heaven.

Exodus 24:4,7
And Moses wrote all the words of the LORD, and rose up early in the morning, and builded an altar under the hill, and twelve pillars, according to the twelve tribes of Israel…

Deuteronomy 31:9
And Moses wrote this law, and delivered it unto the priests the sons of Levi, which bare the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and unto all the elders of Israel.

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Exodus 34:10
And he said, Behold, I make a covenant: before all thy people I will do marvels, such as have not been done in all the earth, nor in any nation: and all the people among which thouart shall see the work of the LORD: for itis a terrible thing that I will do with thee.

Deuteronomy 4:13
And he declared unto you his covenant, which he commanded you to perform,even ten commandments; and he wrote them upon two tables of stone.

Deuteronomy 31:9
And Moses wrote this law, and delivered it unto the priests the sons of Levi, which bare the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and unto all the elders of Israel.

Write down these words
The instruction to write signifies the importance and permanence of God's covenant. Writing was a common practice in ancient Near Eastern cultures for recording significant agreements and laws. This act of writing ensures that the covenant is preserved for future generations, similar to how the New Testament writings preserve the teachings of Jesus and the apostles.

for in accordance with these words
This phrase indicates that the covenant is based on specific stipulations and commandments. It reflects the conditional nature of many biblical covenants, where blessings are contingent upon obedience. This mirrors the New Covenant, where faith in Christ and adherence to His teachings are central (John 14:15).

I have made a covenant with you and with Israel
The covenant is both personal and communal, involving Moses as the leader and the entire nation of Israel. This dual aspect of the covenant reflects the biblical theme of individual and collective responsibility. The covenant with Israel is foundational for understanding the relationship between God and His people, setting the stage for the New Covenant through Jesus, which extends to all nations (Jeremiah 31:31-34,Luke 22:20).

God speaks personally and directly to Moses, reminding us that the covenant originates from the Lord Himself, not human initiative (Exodus 3:4;Exodus 19:3).

• The same divine voice that created the world (Genesis 1:3) now shapes Israel’s future.

• Repeated conversation underscores a continuing relationship—God hasn’t abandoned His people after the golden calf incident (Exodus 32).

• When the Lord speaks, His words carry absolute authority (Psalm 29:4).

The command to write shows that revelation is meant to be preserved accurately.

• Earlier, Moses “wrote down all the words of the LORD” (Exodus 24:4).

• Writing guards against forgetfulness (Deuteronomy 31:24–26) and enables public reading (Joshua 8:34).

• Other prophets received the same charge—“Write in a book all the words I have spoken to you” (Jeremiah 30:2; see alsoRevelation 1:11).

• Scripture’s permanence assures later generations that they can trust what was originally said (Matthew 24:35).

The covenant operates on the basis of the specific words God is giving.

• Israel’s obedience must align with this written standard (Deuteronomy 29:9; 30:10).

• God’s blessings flow when His people “listen carefully to the voice of the LORD” (Exodus 15:26).

• Jesus affirmed this same principle, citing Scripture as final authority: “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4).

• The phrase highlights the inseparable link between God’s spoken/written word and the covenant relationship.

God formally binds Himself to Moses as the mediator.

• Earlier, blood sealed the covenant at Sinai (Exodus 24:8).

• The phrase “with you” stresses Moses’ leadership role, echoing how God covenanted with Noah (Genesis 9:9) and Abraham (Genesis 15:18).

• Covenant implies promises and obligations on both sides (Deuteronomy 5:2).

• In Christ, believers find a greater Mediator who fulfills and surpasses this covenant (Hebrews 9:15).

The covenant is corporate, encompassing the entire nation.

• God promised Abraham, “I will establish My covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you” (Genesis 17:7).

• Even after sin, the Lord reaffirms His commitment to the whole people (Jeremiah 31:31–34).

• Paul later notes that the “covenants” belong to Israel (Romans 9:4), showing continuity in God’s plan.

• Each individual Israelite is invited into the blessings and responsibilities of the covenant community (Exodus 19:5–6).

Exodus 34:27 reveals a God who speaks, writes, and binds Himself to His people through a written covenant. His words carry life-shaping authority, preserved for every generation, calling for loyal obedience and promising steadfast relationship.

After the tenor of these words.--The summary of positive laws contained in this chapter (Exodus 34:12-26) was not intended to supersede the "Book of the Covenant," but rather to confirm and reinforce it. The covenant was renewed not upon these words only, but "after the tenor," i.e., after their general aspect or bearing.