Deuteronomy

Introduction:
This is the final book Moses. It consists
of his last words to the nation of Israel
as they were poised to cross Jordan
River to conquer the land of promised
by God to Abraham and his
descendants through Isaac and Jacob.
The last words of the great man like Moses
are always extremely important. He is in 120th
year. He is completing the third major portion
of his life – age 80 to 120. In spite of his age
it is said that “his eyes were not dim nor his
natural vigor abated.” The nation wept for 30
days in recognition of the great loss.
Important Details:
• A re-statement, to the 2nd generation, of the Mosaical
covenant received on Mt. Sinai.
• Moses gathers the people on the east of the Jordan
River. He knows he will not lead them over.
• The last revelation God gave Moses to give to Israel.
• Reminded them of the law and their need to keep it
faithfully. (4:1-8)
Important Details:
• First part of the book Moses reminds them of their history
during the past 39 years. (1:1 -4:49)
• Reminds them of the laws, mixed with some new ones
(Levirate marriage).
• Warns of danger of prosperity causing them to forget God.
(6:10-15)
• They must have God’s word before them at all times.
• Gives them commands regarding what to do after they
conquer Canaan.
Important Details:
• Appoints six cities of refuge for those who accidentally kill
others. (19)
• Commanded to gather at Mt. Ebal and Mt. Gerizim to hear the
blessings and cursings afforded by their actions toward the law.
(28)
• Moses admonishes Israel to choose which course they will
follow. (30:15-20)
• God renews His covenant with Israel.
• Moses, at age 120, chooses Joshua to be his successor. (31)
Important Details:
• God instructs Moses to write a song rehearsing His grace.
(32)
• Moses gives Israel one final blessing. He prophesied about
each tribe’s future. (33)
• God takes Moses to top of Mt. Nebo and allows him to see
the land. (34)
• Moses dies and God buries him. (34)
• Following 30 days of mourning, Joshua and Israel prepare
to take the land.