Deu 31:1 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Deut 31:1-29: 31:1-29 For covenant documents to have abiding authority and relevance, they must be kept perpetually in a place where both parties could have easy access to them. The book of Deuteronomy had to be preserved for future reference so that Israel would always be reminded to submit to the Lord’s sovereignty. Summary for Deut 31:1-8: 31:1-8 Moses’ impending death meant that his role as covenant administrator would soon be over. Joshua had to be properly and publicly introduced as his successor with the same authority. 31:1 Based on the context, these instructions refers to all of Deuteronomy (see 1:1 ).

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‏ Deuteronomy 31:1

Summary for Deut 31:1-29: 31:1-29 ^a For covenant documents to have abiding authority and relevance, they must be kept perpetually in a place where both parties could have easy access to them. The book of Deuteronomy had to be preserved for future reference so that Israel would always be reminded to submit to the Lord’s sovereignty.
Summary for Deut 31:1-8: 31:1-8 ^b Moses’ impending death meant that his role as covenant administrator would soon be over. Joshua had to be properly and publicly introduced as his successor with the same authority. 31:1 ^c Based on the context, these instructions refers to all of Deuteronomy (see 1:1 ^d).