Husband and Wife cover Exodus chapter 33:

The Lord's Presence Promised;

and chapter 34:

The Second Table of Stone / Israel Warned of the Idolatry of Canaan / The Three Anointed Feasts / Moses and the Tables of the Law.

Husband requests milk and loses his cool when God continues to be a hypocrite. Also, it turns out that Yahweh literally translates to jealous, which makes total sense. And what, pray tell, is God's beef with yeast?

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In Exodus chapters 33 and 34, the biblical god gives Moses the Ten Commandments and other laws for the Israelites to follow. From an atheist perspective, these laws are simply the product of human imagination. They are not divinely inspired, and they do not have any special moral or ethical authority.

The Ten Commandments, for example, are a list of religious and moral prohibitions that are often cited as the foundation of Western law and morality. However, from an atheist perspective, these commandments are no more or less valid than any other set of rules or laws. They are simply the product of a particular culture and time period, and they reflect the values and beliefs of those who created them.

The other laws that Moses receives from god in Exodus chapters 33 and 34 are similarly open to interpretation. Some of these laws may have been practical or necessary for the Israelites at the time, while others may simply reflect the prejudices or biases of the people who wrote them.

Ultimately, the meaning and significance of Exodus chapters 33 and 34 are up to each individual to decide. However, from an atheist perspective, these chapters are simply a collection of ancient texts that provide insights into the beliefs and values of the people who wrote them. They do not provide any evidence for the existence of a god, nor do they have any special moral or ethical authority.

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Husband and Wife learn how little they retained of the Book of Exodus, even though it's supposedly the most important book of the Bible. They fail a quiz and fondly recall Aaron's special stick. Then they learn that HOLYthere were indeed all these other gods floating around back then. Wife bores Husband with details and he is a whiney .

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The Book of Exodus is a story in the Hebrew Bible (or Old Testament) that tells the tale of the Israelites' escape from slavery in Egypt. According to the story, God intervened on behalf of the Israelites and forced the Egyptians to free them. The Israelites then traveled through the desert to Mount Sinai, where they received the Ten Commandments from God.

From an atheist perspective, there is no evidence to support the claims made in the Book of Exodus. There is no archaeological evidence of a large group of people suddenly leaving Egypt, and there is no scientific evidence to support the idea of God intervening in the natural world.

The Book of Exodus is likely a collection of myths and legends that were passed down orally for generations before being written down. It is possible that some of the events described in the book may have some basis in reality, but there is no way to know for sure.

The Book of Exodus is an important text in the Hebrew Bible and in Judaism, but it is important to remember that it is a work of fiction. There is no reason to believe that the events described in the book actually happened.

Here are some additional points that an atheist might make about the Book of Exodus:

• The story of the Israelites' escape from Egypt is similar to other ancient myths about people being enslaved and then escaping.
• The Ten Commandments are similar to other ancient ethical codes.
• The Book of Exodus contains many supernatural elements, such as the parting of the Red Sea and the giving of the Ten Commandments.
• There is no scientific evidence to support the supernatural elements in the Book of Exodus.

Ultimately, whether or not one believes the claims made in the Book of Exodus is a matter of faith. However, it is important to be aware of the lack of evidence for these claims and to critically evaluate the text before accepting it as historical truth.

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Husband and Wife cover Exodus chapter 27:

The Alter of Burnt Offering / The Court of the Tabernacle / The Tending of the Lamp

and

Chapter 28:

The Garments for the Priests.

Poor Aaron has to carry around like a zillion pet rocks on his fancy getup. Wife is gonna hit up Etsy for a robe like the one Arron gets to wear! Then she's gonna tinkle like his bells.

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• Exodus 27: This chapter describes the construction of the tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that the Israelites were to use during their travels in the wilderness. The tabernacle was to be made of wood and covered with skins, and it was to have three parts: the holy place, the holy of holies, and the courtyard.
• Exodus 28: This chapter describes the clothing that the priests were to wear when they ministered in the tabernacle. The high priest was to wear a special breastplate that had twelve gemstones on it, each representing one of the tribes of Israel.

From an atheist perspective, these chapters are simply a record of the beliefs and practices of the ancient Israelites. There is no evidence to suggest that the tabernacle or the priestly clothing actually existed, and there is no reason to believe that they were anything more than symbolic objects.

As an atheist we might also point out that the instructions for building the tabernacle and making the priestly clothing are very specific, which suggests that they were not the product of divine inspiration. Rather, they seem to be the result of human ingenuity and creativity.

Ultimately, as an atheist we would argue that there is no reason to believe that the events described in Exodus chapters 27 and 28 actually happened. They are simply stories that were passed down from generation to generation, and they should be interpreted as such.

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Husband and Wife cover Exodus chapter 37: The Furnishings of the Tabernacle; and chapter 38: The Court of the Tabernacle / The Supervision of the Work / The Metal of the Sanctuary. We discover that "donations" were actually taxes because the writers were clearly all liars. Still wondering, wtf is a shekel? And why is Husband being such a whiney ?

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In Exodus chapters 37 and 38, we read about the construction of the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that the Israelites would use to worship God during their journey in the wilderness. The chapters describe in detail the materials and measurements of the Tabernacle, as well as the specific instructions that God gave to Moses for its construction.

From an atheist perspective, these chapters can be seen as a collection of myths or legends that were created by the ancient Israelites to explain the origins of their religion. The descriptions of the Tabernacle are likely based on real objects that the Israelites used for worship, but the specific instructions and measurements are likely to be exaggerated or fictional.

The chapters also reflect the Israelites' belief in a hierarchical and patriarchal society. The Tabernacle is described as being divided into three parts, with the innermost part being reserved for the high priest. This reflects the Israelites' belief that only the high priest could have direct access to God.

Overall, Exodus chapters 37 and 38 provide a glimpse into the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Israelites. While these chapters may not be historically accurate, they do offer valuable insights into the development of Judaism.

Here are some specific examples of how the chapters can be interpreted from an atheist perspective:

• The description of the Tabernacle as being made of gold, silver, and precious stones can be seen as a way of glorifying God and the Israelites' religion.
• The instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle are so detailed that they are unlikely to have been based on actual events. This suggests that they may have been created later, as a way of preserving the Israelites' religious traditions.
• The division of the Tabernacle into three parts reflects the Israelites' belief in a hierarchical society, with the high priest at the top. This belief is also reflected in the Bible's description of other aspects of Israelite society, such as the monarchy.

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Husband and Wife cover Exodus chapter 29 - 30:

The Consecration of Aaron and His Sons / The Daily Offerings

The Alter of Incense / The Atonement Money / The Laver / The Anointing Oil and the Incense.

Are there any living descendants of Aaron still puttering around today? Are they aware they'll die if they don't wash their hands? What are the varying degrees of holiness? How much is a shekel? What exactly is the "usual" method for all these recipes?

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Exodus 29

This chapter describes the elaborate rituals that the Israelites were commanded to perform in order to consecrate their priests and make them holy. The rituals involved sacrificing animals, anointing the priests with oil, and dressing them in special garments.

From an atheist perspective, these rituals are meaningless. There is no evidence that they have any power to make the priests holy or to connect them with God. The rituals are simply a way for the Israelites to express their devotion to their religion.

Exodus 30

This chapter describes the construction of the altar of incense and the laver for washing. The altar of incense was to be used for burning incense, which was believed to be a pleasing scent to God. The laver was to be used for washing the priests' hands and feet before they performed the rituals.

From an atheist perspective, these objects are also meaningless. There is no evidence that incense is pleasing to God or that washing the priests' hands and feet has any religious significance. These objects are simply a way for the Israelites to express their devotion to their religion.

In addition to the rituals and objects described in these chapters, Exodus also contains many other passages that describe the Israelites' religious practices. These passages are all based on the belief that there is a God who intervenes in human affairs and who requires the Israelites to follow a set of rules and regulations.

Atheists do not believe in God, so they do not believe that these rituals and objects have any religious significance. They believe that the Israelites developed these practices as a way to express their devotion to their religion and to create a sense of community.

The rituals and objects described in Exodus chapters 29 and 30 are just a few examples of the many religious practices that are described in the Bible. Atheists do not believe in the religious significance of these practices, but they can still appreciate their cultural and historical value.

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