THE BOOKS OF LAW

The books of law were written by Moses and they span a period of 600 years. The books of
law consist of five books:
Genesis: Records the beginning of the universe, man, the Sabbath, marriage, sin, sacrifice,
nations, and government. Also records the stories of key men of God: Abraham, Isaac,
Jacob, and Joseph.
Exodus: Details how Israel became a nation with Moses as leader. Israel is delivered from
bondage in Egypt and journeys to Mt. Sinai where the law of God is given.
Leviticus: This book was a manual of worship for Israel. It provides instruction to the
religious leaders and explains how a sinful people can approach a righteous God. It points
also to the coming of Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world.
Numbers: Records Israel's 40 years of wandering in the wilderness as a result of
disobedience to God. The title of the book is from two "numberings" or population census
taken during the long journey.
Deuteronomy: Records the close of Moses' life and reviews the laws given in Exodus and
Leviticus.