And if the LORD thy God enlarge thy coast, as he hath sworn unto thy fathers, and give thee all the land which he promised to give unto thy fathers;
And if the LORD your God expands your territory, as he promised your ancestors, and gives you all the land which he pledged to give to your fathers;
God is reminding the Israelites that he will keep his promise to expand their territory beyond what they initially receive, just as he swore to their ancestors.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering instructions to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt, emphasizing God's covenant and laws for their new society. This verse specifically refers to God's promise to expand their territory, fulfilling the oath He made to their ancestors like Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as part of broader directives on justice and refuge cities. It reflects the historical anticipation of Israel's settlement and growth in the land God swore to give them.
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