Command the children of Israel, and say unto them, When ye come into the land of Canaan; (this is the land that shall fall unto you for an inheritance, even the land of Canaan with the coasts thereof:)
Give this command to the people of Israel and tell them: When you enter the land of Canaan, this is the land that will be given to you as your inheritance, the land of Canaan with all its borders.
God is telling Moses to inform the Israelites about the specific land of Canaan that will become their permanent home and inheritance.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, the Israelites were preparing to enter the Promised Land after wandering in the wilderness for forty years as a consequence of their lack of faith and disobedience. God commanded Moses to outline the boundaries of Canaan, which He had promised to Abraham and his descendants as an everlasting inheritance, as part of fulfilling the covenant. This instruction served as a reminder of God's sovereignty and guidance as the people approached the fulfillment of His promises.
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