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[[File:Rembrandt - Moses with the Ten Commandments - Google Art Project.jpg|thumb|265x265px|Moses bringing the Ten Commandments, one of the most well-known parts of the Law]] | |||
The '''Law of Moses''' refers to the [[Laws in theology|laws]] and [[Ten Commandments|commandments]] given by [[God]] through the [[Prophets (Old Testament Office)|prophet]] [[Moses]], as recorded in the first five books of the [[Bible]], collectively known as the [[Pentateuch]] or [[Torah]]. These laws include moral, ceremonial, and civil directives and are considered foundational to the covenant relationship between God and the [[Israelites]]. | |||
One of the central books for understanding the Law of Moses is [[Book of Leviticus|Leviticus]], which details many of the ceremonial and sacrificial laws, including guidelines for worship, purity, and atonement. The Mosaic Law is often divided into three categories: | |||
# Moral Laws: Universal ethical principles, such as the [[Ten Commandments]]. | |||
# Ceremonial Laws: Ritual practices specific to worship and [[sacrifice]] in the tabernacle. | |||
# Civil Laws: Governance guidelines for ancient Israelite society. | |||
Today, the Law of Moses is meant to be understood in relation to the [[New Covenant]] established by [[Jesus Christ]]. Some [[Heresy|heretics]], such as the early [[Jewish Christian]] communities addressed in [[Paul the Apostle|Paul's]] [[Epistle to the Galatians]], emphasise the continued need to follow the law. However, orthodox [[Christianity|Christian]] theology, especially in [[Reformed Christianity|Reformed traditions]], teaches that the Law of Moses has been fulfilled in Jesus Christ. This fulfilment does not abolish the law but reveals its ultimate purpose: to point to Christ and his redemptive work. | |||
Under the New Covenant, Christians are no longer bound by the ceremonial and civil aspects of the Mosaic Law. Instead, the moral law, encapsulated by the Ten Commandments, remains relevant as a guide for Christian living, while [[salvation]] is understood to come by grace through faith, not adherence to the law. This distinction is foundational in understanding the relationship between the Old and New Testaments. | |||