This is supported by the warning not to turn to the right or to the left, which also occurs throughout Deuteronomy (2:27; 5:29; 17:11, 20; 28:14). Verses 7–9 form a special instruction to Joshua in the light of the charge given to him in verse 6. He is to be strong and very courageous in order to lead the Israelites into their land. By itself, this could be interpreted as a charge to Joshua to prepare for military leadership. However, verses 7–9 reveal that he cannot do this without obedience to
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