Israel abides in Shittim
Numbers 25:1–9Israel is drawn into idolatry and judgment at Baal-peor.
Places of Scripture · Plains of Moab
Abel-shittim
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Israel camped here before crossing Jordan. The setting joins Balaam’s final aftermath, covenant failure at Baal-peor, Moses’ last instructions, and Joshua’s sending of the spies.
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Joshua sends two spies
Joshua 2:1The spies depart from Shittim toward Jericho.
Israel moves toward Jordan
Joshua 3:1Joshua and the people leave Shittim for the crossing.
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