Deuteronomy 1:36 Meaning
Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh; he shall see it, and to him will I give the land that he hath trodden upon, and to his children, because he hath wholly followed the LORD.
Context Explained
34And the LORD heard the voice of your words, and was wroth, and sware, saying,
35Surely there shall not one of these men of this evil generation see that good land, which I sware to give unto your fathers,
36Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh; he shall see it, and to him will I give the land that he hath trodden upon, and to his children, because he hath wholly followed the LORD.
37Also the LORD was angry with me for your sakes, saying, Thou also shalt not go in thither.
38But Joshua the son of Nun, which standeth before thee, he shall go in thither: encourage him: for he shall cause Israel to inherit it.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 25:21
Faithfulness in service is rewarded, similar to Caleb's reward.
Revelation 2:10
The promise of a crown for faithfulness reflects Caleb's inheritance.
Joshua 14:9
Caleb's inheritance is directly tied to his faithfulness to God.
Source: Deuteronomy 1:36