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A Public Commission
Commentators note the significance of Moses commissioning Joshua “in the sight of all Israel.” This was not a private conversation but a formal, public transfer of authority. This act served to legitimize Joshua's leadership in the eyes of the people and to mark a clear transition of responsibility before Moses's death.
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Deuteronomy
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Albert Barnes
On Deuteronomy 31:7–8
18th Century
Theologian
Moses hands over to Joshua that office as leader of the people, to which he had already been designated (Deuteronomy 1:38; [Reference N…
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 31:7
16th Century
Theologian
And Moses called unto Joshua. It therefore appears that those who are entrusted with a public charge need a twofold confirmation. For, aft…
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John Gill
On Deuteronomy 31:7
17th Century
Pastor
And Moses called unto Joshua
Who might be at some distance from him, with the tribe to which he belonged. The Targum…
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…