Death of Moses and Commissioning of Joshua

c. 1406 BC

Judges Old Testament

What Happened

After forty years of leading Israel, Moses was permitted to view the Promised Land from Mount Nebo but not enter it. He died at 120 years old, and God Himself buried him. Joshua was commissioned as his successor.

Biblical Significance

Moses' death marked the end of an era. His inability to enter the Promised Land illustrates the limitations of the Law. Joshua, whose name shares the same root as "Jesus," would lead the people into rest.

Quick Facts

Date
c. 1406 BC
Era
Judges
Testament
Old Testament
Key Verses
4
Key People
2

Key Characters

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