What does the Bible say about the contrast between Mount Sinai and Mount Zion?
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The contrast between Mount Sinai and Mount Zion illustrates the difference between the old covenant of the law, which brings fear, and the new covenant of grace that brings peace and joy.
In Hebrews 12:18-29, the author draws a compelling contrast between Mount Sinai and Mount Zion. Mount Sinai represents the law given to the Israelites, characterized by fear, darkness, and deadly demands. It was a place where even an animal that touched the mountain faced death, symbolizing the terrible holiness and wrath of God against sin. In contrast, Mount Zion symbolizes grace, joy, and access to God through Jesus Christ, the mediator of a better covenant (Hebrews 12:22-24). This shift is vital for understanding the transformation from the oppressive demands of the law to the liberating grace found in Christ.
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