Deuteronomy 31:6 encourages Israel to be strong and courageous, assuring them that God will not leave or forsake them. Hebrews 13:5 echoes this promise, applying it to believers, emphasizing God's constant presence.
Thematic focusDivine Presence, Courage, Faithfulness of God.
Deuteronomy 31:8 reassures Joshua that the Lord goes before him, a promise reiterated in Joshua 1:9, where God commands Joshua to be strong and courageous as he leads Israel.
In Deuteronomy 31:23, God commissions Joshua, encouraging him to be strong and courageous. This is paralleled in Joshua 1:6, where God reiterates this command as Joshua prepares to lead Israel into the Promised Land.
Deuteronomy 31:16 predicts Israel's future unfaithfulness and idolatry after Moses' death. Judges 2:11-13 describes the fulfillment of this prophecy as Israel turns to other gods.
Deuteronomy 31:19 commands the writing of a song as a witness against Israel. Psalm 78:5-7 emphasizes the importance of remembering God's works and teaching them to future generations, reflecting the purpose of the song.