Deuteronomy 4:49 Meaning and Explanation
“And all the plain on this side Jordan eastward, even unto the sea of the plain, under the springs of Pisgah.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Israel's territory includes the entire plain east of the Jordan extending to the Dead Sea and near Pisgah.
The Context of Deuteronomy 4:49
Moses completes the geographic description of Israel's eastern territorial possession.
What Does Deuteronomy 4:49 Mean?
Moses completes the geographic description by noting the eastern limits of the territory: 'even unto the sea of the plain,' which refers to the Dead Sea (the lowest body of water on earth). The land extends 'under the springs of Pisgah,' a mountain located on the eastern edge of the Jordan rift. This description encompasses all the relatively flat land of the Transjordanian plateaus.
This final geographic summary brings the chapter to closure by fully delineating the space in which Israel now stands and which has been won through God's power. The complete territorial description—from Arnon to Hermon, from Jordan westward to the plateau edges—provides Israel with a concrete sense of place as they hear Moses' exhortation and law. The land they now possess is real, bounded, and won through God's mighty acts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 4:49
What does Deuteronomy 4:49 mean?
Israel's territory includes the entire plain east of the Jordan extending to the Dead Sea and near Pisgah.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 4:49?
Moses completes the geographic description of Israel's eastern territorial possession.