Deuteronomy 1:29 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Then I said unto you, Dread not, neither be afraid of them.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then I told you, 'Don't be terrified or afraid of them.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Moses is reminding the Israelites that he encouraged them not to fear their enemies.

📚 Historical Context

Moses is recounting to the Israelites how he previously encouraged them when they were afraid to enter the Promised Land after hearing the spies' report about the strong nations living there. This was during their time at Kadesh Barnea, about 40 years earlier, when the people's fear led to their wandering in the wilderness for a generation.

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