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Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, you, and all this people, to the land which I do give to them, even to the children of Israel.
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From Servant to Leader
Commentators note that God's call for Joshua to lead came after a long period of faithful service under Moses. Matthew Henry highlights that those best fit to rule are those who have first learned to obey. The death of a great leader like Moses served as a catalyst, spurring the next generation to rise and take responsibility.
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16th Century
Protestant
Moses my servant, etc. Two meanings can be drawn from this. First, since Moses is dead, the whole burden has now fallen upon you; take the…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Moses my servant is dead Which was said not for the information of Joshua, but to lead on to, and show the cause and…
Presbyterian
Joshua had served Moses. He who was called to honor had long been accustomed to responsibilities. Our Lord Jesus took upon him the form of a se…
