SUMMARY OF CHAPTER THIRTY-THREE _Moses delivers a prophetical blessing to the children of Israel, 1. The introduction, 2-5. Prophetic declarations concerning Reuben, 6; concerning Judah, 7; concerning Levi, 8-11; concerning Benjamin, 12; concerning Joseph, 13-17; concerning Zebulun, 18, 19; concern... [ Continue Reading ]
E. THE BLESSING OF MOSES (Deuteronomy 33:1-29) Having spoken his song in the previous chapter, Moses now pronounces his blessing upon the people. Both were probably spoken on the same day, just prior to his ascension into mount Nebo and his death. In both he is bidding farewell to Israel; both are... [ Continue Reading ]
2. BLESSINGS PRONOUNCED UPON THE TWELVE TRIBES (Deuteronomy 33:6-25) It will be noticed that the tribe of Simeon is not mentioned in this list. This was because of their father's anger, cruelty, and disobedience (see especially Genesis 34:24-31). Referring to both Simeon and Levi, Jacob said, I wi... [ Continue Reading ]
k. BLESSINGS UPON ALL ISRAEL (Deuteronomy 33:26-29) 26 There is none like unto God, I Jeshurun Who rideth upon the heavens for thy help, And in his excellency on the skies. 27 The eternal God is _thy_ dwelling-place, And underneath are the everlasting arms: And he thrust out the enemy from bef... [ Continue Reading ]