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Devarim ( Deuteronomy ) is a series of speeches by Moses on the plains of Moab opposite Jericho.

Moses proclaims the Law ( Deuteronomy 12 – 26 ), gives instruction concerning covenant renewal at Shechem ( Deuteronomy 27 – 28 ) and gives Israel new laws ( the " Deuteronomic Code )".

At the end of the book ( Deuteronomy 34 ) Moses is allowed to see the promised land from a mountain, but it is not known what happened to Moses on the mountain.

He was never seen again.

Knowing that he is nearing the end of his life, Moses appoints Joshua his successor, bequeathing to him the mantle of leadership.

Soon afterwards Israel begins the conquest of Canaan.