THE PRINCIPLE OF SEPARATION FROM THE WORLD
lb. The pattern for separation was set by the nation of Israel.
lc. Separation in customs was provided for by the command to Israel to refrain from even enquiring into heathen rites, lest they imitate them.
Deut. 12:29-31
Lev. 18:29-30
2c. Separation in company was provided for by the command to Israel to refrain from leagues or intermarriage, lest they be corrupted.
Judges 2:2 cf. Gen. 15:16
Deut. 7:1-6
3c. Separation in conduct was provided for by the command to Israel to be a separate people who will bless the heathen nations.
Gen. 22:18 cf. Deut. 32:8 ARV
Num. 19
Lev. 18:3, 24-28
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