The Jewish people will soon be entering the Land of Israel. Moses tells them that God will remove the Canaanites “little by little.” Why won’t this be done quickly?
Devarim – Deuteronomy
At the end of 40 years, the Jewish people are camped on the border of the land of Israel. Moses spends the last weeks of his life reviewing the Torah with the people. The Torah ends with the death and burial of Moshe.
Deuteronomy 33:12 – Blessing Benjamin
In Genesis 49 Jacob blessed his 12 sons. In a similar way, in Deuteronomy 33, at the end of his life, Moses blesses the 12 tribes.
Deuteronomy 32:39 – I am He
In Deuteronomy 32:39 God proclaims, “I, I am He.” Why is the “I” repeated? Who is the intended recipient of this message?
Deuteronomy 30:11-14 – Not in Heaven
In Deuteronomy 30:11-14 Moses teaches the Jewish people about repentance. Or, maybe he’s teaching about the importance of studying Torah. The verses aren’t clear.
Deuteronomy 26:5 – The Aramean
The farmer who brought his first fruits to Jerusalem recited six verses beginning with Deuteronomy 26:5.
Deuteronomy 23:10 – The Jewish Camp
Moses in Deuteronomy 23 warns the Jewish army to “beware of every evil.” What is the evil they should avoid?
Deuteronomy 17:6 – 2 or 3 Witnesses
According to Deuteronomy 17:6 judges in a Jewish court must hear the testimony of two or three witnesses. If two witnesses are enough, then why mention three? If three are required, then why mention two?
Deuteronomy 12:10 – Duties in the Land
Moses is teaching the people about to enter the Land of Israel their duties once they arrive.
Deuteronomy 7:15 – No More Illness
In Deuteronomy 7:15 Moses makes the startling statement that God will remove all illness from the Jewish people. If so, then why are so many people sick today?
Deuteronomy 4:9 – Lest You Forget
In Deuteronomy 4:9 Moses tells the Jewish people not to “forget the things which your eyes have seen.” What are these “things” and why are they important?