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An End by Decree, Not Decay
Commentators explain that when Moses says, "I can no more go out and come in," he isn't describing physical failure. In fact, Deuteronomy 34:7 states his strength was undiminished. Instead, he is declaring the end of his God-given commission. His leadership role was concluding not due to weakness, but because God had decreed it was time for Joshua to take over.
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Albert Barnes
On Deuteronomy 31:2
18th Century
Theologian
I am one hundred and twenty years old - The 40 years of the wandering had passed since Moses, then 80 years old, spoke to Pharaoh (…
Charles Ellicott
On Deuteronomy 31:1–8
19th Century
Bishop
Deuteronomy 31:1–8. MOSES RESIGNS HIS CHARGE AS LEADER TO JOSHUA.
And Moses went and spoke.
John Calvin
On Deuteronomy 31:2
16th Century
Theologian
And he said unto them, I am an hundred and twenty years old. Although Moses had often been proudly and disdainfully rejected, it was nonet…
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John Gill
On Deuteronomy 31:2
17th Century
Pastor
And he said unto them, I [am] an hundred and twenty years old
this day
Whether the me…
Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 31:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Moses assures Israel of the constant presence of God with them. This is applied by the apostle to all God's spiritual Israel, to encourage their fa…