Deuteronomy
Purpose
Presents Moses' final addresses, re-giving the Law and renewing the covenant before Israel enters the promised land.
Author
Traditionally Moses
Time Period
Written c. 1406 BC, on the plains of Moab before entry into Canaan
Key Themes
- Covenant renewal
- Law
- Obedience
- Love for God
- Land
Outline
Moses' first address: review of the journey (ch. 1-4); second address: the law (ch. 5-26); third address and covenant, his death (ch. 27-34).