English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young
Deuteronomy 1:36 — English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young
save Caleb son of Jephunneh -- he doth see it, and to him I give the land on which he hath trodden, and to his sons, because that he hath been fully after Jehovah.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God speaks and says that Caleb, the son of Jephunneh, will enter the promised land along with his children because he has faithfully followed God. The verse highlights faithfulness and its rewards.
Explained for Children
Imagine you and your friends are on a treasure hunt, and only the ones who follow all the rules get to see the treasure. Caleb was like that; he followed all of God's rules, so he got to see the special land God promised.
Historical Background
This verse comes from the book of Deuteronomy, which was written by Moses around 1400 BC. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was during their journey from Egypt to the promised land, emphasizing God’s faithfulness and rewards for loyalty.
Living It Out Today
Think of a time when you were very loyal to a friend or a cause. Just like Caleb, you might see the rewards of your loyalty, such as deeper relationships or achieving a goal.
