But Joshua the son of Nun, which standeth before thee, he shall go in thither: encourage him: for he shall cause Israel to inherit it.
But Joshua, son of Nun, who serves you, he will go into the land. Encourage him, because he will be the one to help Israel take possession of it.
God is telling Moses that Joshua will be the one to lead Israel into the Promised Land and help them claim it as their inheritance.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is addressing the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land after 40 years of wandering in the desert, a consequence of their earlier lack of faith at the border of Canaan. Joshua, who had served as Moses' faithful assistant and was one of the spies who trusted God's promise, is designated by God to succeed Moses and lead the people into the land. Moses gives this command to encourage Joshua, emphasizing his role in fulfilling God's inheritance for Israel.
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