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Joshua 1:3

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Every place that the sole of your foot shall tread upon, that have I given unto you, as I said unto Moses.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Every place where you set foot, I have given to you, just as I promised Moses.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is reassuring Joshua that He will give Israel all the land they walk on, fulfilling His earlier promise to Moses.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context, Joshua was chosen by God to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land after Moses' death, marking the transition from wandering in the wilderness to conquering Canaan. This verse is part of God's direct encouragement to Joshua, reaffirming the promise of land inheritance that had been given to Moses as part of the covenant with Abraham. It reflects the Israelites' preparation for battles and settlement, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His word over generations.

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