And what the land is, whether it be fat or lean, whether there be wood therein, or not. And be ye of good courage, and bring of the fruit of the land. Now the time was the time of the firstripe grapes.
Find out what the land is like, whether the soil is rich or poor, and whether there are trees there or not. Be brave and courageous, and bring back some of the fruit from the land. It was the season when the first grapes were ripening.
Moses is encouraging the twelve scouts to be brave as they explore the Promised Land and bring back evidence of what they find, including its fruit.
📚 Historical Context
At this point in the biblical narrative, the Israelites had been freed from slavery in Egypt and were journeying through the wilderness toward the Promised Land. Moses, following God's instructions, sent twelve spies to explore Canaan and report back on its features, including its fertility and resources. This was a crucial moment of faith and obedience for the Israelites as they prepared to enter the land God had promised to their ancestors.
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