What does Deuteronomy 3:23 mean?

Deuteronomy 3:23 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Deuteronomy 3:23 today?

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Deuteronomy 3:23 Meaning

And I besought the LORD at that time, saying,

Context Explained

21And I commanded Joshua at that time, saying, Thine eyes have seen all that the LORD your God hath done unto these two kings: so shall the LORD do unto all the kingdoms whither thou passest.

22Ye shall not fear them: for the LORD your God he shall fight for you.

23And I besought the LORD at that time, saying,

24O Lord GOD, thou hast begun to shew thy servant thy greatness, and thy mighty hand: for what God is there in heaven or in earth, that can do according to thy works, and according to thy might?

25I pray thee, let me go over, and see the good land that is beyond Jordan, that goodly mountain, and Lebanon.

Key Themes

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Source: Deuteronomy 3:23