Numbers returns the Pentateuch to story telling: the Israelites travel to the promised land, but God denies them entry because they are scared. The Israelites had been promised Canaan, land originally given to Abraham, but when they learn about the strength of the current occupants, they are too scared to enter. So God tells them to march in circles until everyone over 20 is dead, thus giving the promised land to their children instead.
Read Article: Introduction to the Book of Numbers
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