Book: Deuteronomy
Author: Moses, except for the final summary
Date: 1450-1410 B.C.
Genre: Law
Summary: Deuteronomy is a farewell speech Moses gave the people of Israel just before his death. Moses knew that the people would face many new temptations when they moved into the Promised Land. It was critical that they were reminded of God's promises to them and their responsibility to God and his laws.