Deu 4:45-46 | KingComments | STEP | The final verses of Deuteronomy 4 are the introduction to Moses’ next speech. They describe the place where and the circumstances under which the testimonies, statutes and ordinances are given: in the plains of Moab, after the liberation from Egypt, the wilderness journey and the taking possession of the land of Sihon and Og. Their feet stand on conquered ground as they listen to Moses’ speech. Moses speaks from a position of victory. This must be a powerful motive for the people to follow up on what he has to say. The speech of Moses contains incentives, encouragements and conditions to obey – necessary for the blessing to be given. “The law” ( ) is the general designation of God’s commandments and is further specified in the designations “testimonies”, “statutes” and “ordinances” in .

‏ Deuteronomy 4:45-46

Where Moses Sets the Law Before the People

The final verses of Deuteronomy 4 are the introduction to Moses’ next speech. They describe the place where and the circumstances under which the testimonies, statutes and ordinances are given: in the plains of Moab, after the liberation from Egypt, the wilderness journey and the taking possession of the land of Sihon and Og. Their feet stand on conquered ground as they listen to Moses’ speech. Moses speaks from a position of victory. This must be a powerful motive for the people to follow up on what he has to say. The speech of Moses contains incentives, encouragements and conditions to obey – necessary for the blessing to be given.

“The law” (Deu 4:44) is the general designation of God’s commandments and is further specified in the designations “testimonies”, “statutes” and “ordinances” in Deu 4:45.