UNDERSTANDING DEUTERONOMY | VITAL STATISTICS

0. Introduction

a) The Bible Book Introductions are divided into 4 parts (Overview, Vital Statistics, Blueprint, Mega-themes) for easy-to-understand.

1. Vital Statistics

@1. Purpose:

a) To remind the people of what God had done and encourage them to rededicate their lives to hm. 

@2. Author:

a) Moses (except for the final summary, which was probably written by Joshua after Moses' death).

@3. To Whom Written:

a) Israel (the new generation entering the Promised Land). 

@4. Date Written:

a) About 1407/6 B.C.

@5. Setting:

a) The east side of the Jordan River, in view of Canaan.

@6. Key Verse:

a) ⁹ “Therefore know that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments." (Deuteronomy 7:9 NKJV) 

@7. Key People:

a) Moses, Joshua. 

@8. Key Places:

a) The Arabah in Moab.