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Exodus 32:1 – 32:10
It was not long after the Israelites had agreed to be the Lord’s covenant people that they were ready to make a false idol (v. 1). Even though they had seen the invisible God in action, they still wanted the familiar gods they could see and shape into whatever image they de …

Exodus 32:11 – 32:35
Moses tries to get God to change his mind (v. 11).While still on the mountain Moses heard that his people had sinned but he did not seek to justify their actions. However, he pleaded with God for mercy and to not destroy the people (vv. 11-13). Because of Moses prayer God changed …