About This Text
Deuteronomy (“Devarim”) is the fifth and last book of the Torah, primarily consisting of Moses’ final speeches ahead of his death. He reminds the Israelites of seminal events that happened in the desert, like the sin of the spies, the giving of the Torah, and the sin of the Golden Calf. He also reviews old laws, introduces new laws to follow as the Israelites enter Israel, and emphasizes the importance of faithfulness to God.