Notwithstanding ye would not go up, but rebelled against the commandment of the LORD your God:
But you refused to go up and take the land, and you rebelled against what the LORD your God had commanded you to do.
Moses is reminding the Israelites that they disobeyed God's direct command to enter and conquer the Promised Land when they had the chance.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is retelling the Israelites' history as they prepare to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. This verse specifically recalls the event at Kadesh Barnea, where the people refused to obey God's command to advance and conquer Canaan, despite His promises of victory. Their rebellion was fueled by fear after the spies returned with a discouraging report about the land's inhabitants.
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