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Anonymous |
| Title |
The Bible, King James version, Book 5: Deuteronomy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Book_of_Deuteronomy
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger with the help of Derek Andrew's text from January 1992 and the work of Bryan Taylor in November 2002
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| Summary |
"The Bible, King James version, Book 5: Deuteronomy" by Anonymous is a religious text believed to have been written in the late Bronze Age, roughly during the 14th to 12th centuries BC. This book serves as a compilation of laws, speeches, and narratives delivered by Moses to the Israelites as they stand on the brink of entering the Promised Land. The central themes include covenant, law, and the relationship between God and His chosen people. The opening of Deuteronomy introduces the setting of Moses' farewell addresses to the Israelites in the wilderness, as they prepare to enter the land promised to their ancestors. In these early chapters, Moses recounts significant events from their journey, including their struggles and rebellions against God’s commands, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God’s laws. He also discusses the need for leadership among the people and the proper conduct expected of them as they settle in their new home. This introduction lays the groundwork for the laws and ethical guidelines that follow, which are crucial for the Israelites in maintaining their covenant with God. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible. Deuteronomy
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8005 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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