Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth

The tithe restated, and a discussion of ancient hygiene practices.

Moses restates the dietary laws for Israel, and we explore the reasons - both practical and arbitrary - that God gave Israel this diet.

Warnings against false prophets and false gods, and a helpful way to test false prophets.

The key to joy and the definition of true worship.

On what basis would Israel occupy the land of Canaan?

While Egypt's fertility was a natural result of the Nile River, the land of Canaan needed rain to be a productive, fruitful land. In order to receive the rain, God commanded Israel to love Him and serve Him.

Moses recalls when God established a new covenant with Israel, and the number of nations in the world is oddly linked to the number of people that went to Egypt.

Moses recalls the Golden Calf incident, demonstrating that God's grace and mercy is more amazing than we could ever fathom.

God gives a reminder of His grace to Israel, and a warning of what will happen if they disobey His Law.

Moses warns the people to make sure they destroy all remnants and artifacts of pagan worship in the land.