Numbers 35:1 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the LORD spake unto Moses in the plains of Moab by Jordan near Jericho, saying,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The LORD spoke to Moses on the plains of Moab by the Jordan River near Jericho, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse sets the scene where God is about to give Moses important instructions while the Israelites are camped near the Promised Land.

📚 Historical Context

This takes place at the end of Israel's 40-year wilderness journey, as they are camped on the eastern side of the Jordan River, preparing to enter the Promised Land. The plains of Moab were the final stopping point before crossing into Canaan, and Moses would soon die without entering the land himself.

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