Our Daily Bread

In today's reading, Moses continues through the taking of Gilead and the apportionment of the trans-Jordan tribes, his own prohibition from the promised land, an admonition to follow the Lord and his laws, and a reiteration of the 10 Commandments.

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In today's reading, we begin Deuteronomy: a record of Moses's last words to the people of Israel. He begins with a brief summary of their journey this far, from Horeb, to the spies, through the wandering, until present.

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In this bonus episode, Sam's reading of Numbers has been compiled into a single video for your convenience.

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In today's reading, Israel's borders are pronounced and the clan heads proclaimed before the allotment for the Levites and cities of refuge are made. Then, rules for accidental killing, murder, capital punishment, and inheritance are clarified.

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In today's reading, Reuben and Gad request to settle the far side of the Jordan with part of Manasseh. The request is granted, provided they conquer the rest of Israel first. Then, the journey from Egypt to their current camp is summarized.

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In today's reading, Moses continues his last rules, these for the vows of women. Then, he sends out the army to complete the Lord's vengeance against Midian but condemns the spoil they bring back. Purification and contribution were required for what came back.

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In today’s reading, the rules for inheritance are laid out before the Lord tells Moses that his time has come. Moses bestows authority on Joshua before providing his last set of laws concerning offerings and various festivals of the Lord.

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In today's reading, the Israelites engage in improper relations with the people of Moab and Baal, causing a plague, which only ends when a priest spears a man and Midianite woman. Then, they do another census to see who is still alive.

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In today's reading, in fear of the Israelites, Balak of Moab calls on Balaam to curse them. The Lord advises Balaam against it, but Balak insists. Then, Balaam's donkey advises against it. Convinced, Balaam blesses Israel and curses Balak and his allies.

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In today’s reading, rules concerning sin and death are made; Miriam dies; Moses and Aaron strike the rock at Meribah and are banned from the promised land; Aaron dies; the people wander, get attacked by snakes, win battles, and settle for a time.

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