And they pitched by Jordan, from Bethjesimoth even unto Abelshittim in the plains of Moab.
They camped along the Jordan River, stretching from Beth-jeshimoth all the way to Abel-shittim in the plains of Moab.
This verse describes where the Israelites set up their final camp before entering the Promised Land - along the Jordan River in the plains of Moab.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, chapter 33, this verse is part of a detailed record of the Israelites' 40-year journey from Egypt to the edge of the Promised Land, as they wandered due to their disobedience and lack of faith. At this point, the Israelites had reached the plains of Moab, just across the Jordan River from Jericho, and they set up camp from Beth-jesimoth to Abel-shittim as their final stop before entering Canaan. This location highlights God's faithfulness in guiding His people through the wilderness despite their failings.
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