Religious Ritualism
According to Duvall and Hays the prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel and the minor prophets) write in the theological context of Deuteronomy and in the historical context of an imminent invasion by either the Assyrians (against Israel) or the Babylonians (against Judah). 1 Also, the prophets overall message centers around three main points: 2 1. “You have broken the covenant; you had better repent.” 2. If you do not repent you will face the promised curses. 3. There is a future hope of restoration. In the first category; the category of covenant violation, the prophets give three subcategories demonstrating how Israel/Judah broke the covenant: 3 1. Idolatry 2. Social Justice 3. Religious Ritualism What is Religious Ritualism? It is on the subject of religious ritualism that I would like to speak today. I am not an Israelite; and therefore, not held to a Deuteronomic code of ethics. I am a Christian bound to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ