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Originally Posted by Coonskinner
Spiritual consequences based on an outward sign is not some new thing.
When the angel of death passed through the land of Egypt, the houses covered by blood on the doorposts were spared.
The mark of obedience was the visible protection that identified their obedience.
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Same thing with the serpent in the wilderness. A physical emblem was used to bring protection. The emblem itself was not powerful. Their obedience was.