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Behold, Yahweh your God has set the land before you: go up, take possession, as Yahweh, the God of your fathers, has spoken to you; don`t be afraid, neither be dismayed.

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Unbelief: The Root of Failure

Commentators highlight that Israel's ultimate failure to enter the land was not due to the strength of their enemies but to an 'unbelieving heart.' Their disobedience and distrust flowed from a disbelief in God's word and power. This serves as a powerful reminder that true obedience springs from faith in God's promises.

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Deuteronomy

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Deuteronomy 1:21

19th Century

Bishop

Fear not, neither be discouraged. —The last clause of this verse reappears in John 14:27: Let not your heart be troub…

John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 1:21

17th Century

Pastor

Behold, the Lord your God has set the land before you
The land of Canaan, on the borders of which they then were; (<…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Deuteronomy 1:19–46

17th Century

Minister

Moses reminds the Israelites of their march from Horeb to Kadesh-barnea, through that great and terrible wilderness. He shows how near they were to…