And of Joseph he said, Blessed of the LORD be his land, for the precious things of heaven, for the dew, and for the deep that coucheth beneath,
Speaking about Joseph's descendants, Moses said, 'May the LORD bless their land with the precious gifts from heaven, the dew from above and the springs that lie deep underground.'
Moses is blessing Joseph's descendants with God's provision through both the rain from heaven and the water sources beneath the earth.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering his final blessings to the twelve tribes of Israel as they prepare to enter the Promised Land after years of wilderness wandering. This verse specifically addresses the tribe of Joseph, which encompasses his descendants Ephraim and Manasseh, highlighting God's promise of abundant natural resources like dew from heaven and underground waters. It reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's covenant faithfulness to the patriarchs, ensuring provision for their inheritance.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.