Deuteronomy 31:5

Key Reflection

Moses reassures Joshua by invoking the Lord's past actions against Sihon and Og, two powerful Amorite kings who previously opposed Israel. The original audience would understand these as formidable foes defeated by God’s power, emphasizing that similar judgment awaits any who resist God’s chosen people. This historical context underscores the certainty of divine support for Israel's conquest and establishes a precedent for Joshua's leadership.