The Book of Deuteronomy | Bible Introduction and Summary of Deuteronomy

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Deuteronomy is organized as a series of addresses given by Moses to the people of Israel in the land of Moab, where they had stopped at the end of the long wilderness journey and were about to enter and occupy Canaan.Some of the most important matters recorded in the book are as follows: (1) Moses recalls the great events of the past forty years. He appeals to the people to remember how God has led them through the wilderness and to be obedient and loyal to God. (2) Moses reviews the Ten Commandments and emphasizes the meaning of the First Commandment, calling the people to devotion to the Lord alone. Then he reviews the various laws that are to govern Israel’s life in the promised land. (3) Moses reminds the people of the meaning of God’s covenant with them, and calls for them to renew their commitment to its obligations. (4) Joshua is commissioned as the next leader of God’s people. After singing a song celebrating God’s faithfulness, and pronouncing a blessing on the tribes of Israel, Moses dies in Moab, east of the River Jordan.The great theme of the book is that God has saved and blessed his chosen people, whom he loves; his people are to remember this, and love and obey him, so that they may have life and continued blessing.The key verses of the book contain the words that Jesus called the greatest of all commandments: “Love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.” (6.4–6)Outline of ContentsMoses’ first discourse 1.1—4.49Moses’ second discourse 5.1—26.19a. The Ten Commandments 5.1—10.22b. Laws, rules, and warnings 11.1—26.19Instructions for entering Canaan 27.1—28.68The covenant renewed 29.1—30.20Moses’ last words 31.1—33.29The death of Moses 34.1–12

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