It is Abraham in Genesis and Moses in Exodus whose experiences that pave the way for the beginning of the Jewish culture. These two books, give both a history and culture to the Jews. Through Abraham’s covenant with God, and Moses leading the Jews out of Egypt, the Jewish people gain a sense of individualism for the first time. Steering free from oppression, and inheriting a new confidence, the Jews are finally ready to …showed first 75 words of 756 total…

…showed last 75 words of 756 total…the Jewish religion. Abraham’s interaction with God led to his decedents paving the way towards a historical heritage. Moses’ interaction with God provides a bonding between God and His people, as well as setting forth laws for them to live by as part of an arising culture. Together, Abraham and Moses’ patience and faith in God ultimately results in these longtime- oppressed people to be recognized as individuals as part of the Jewish Religion.