Why is Deuteronomy presented largely as a series of speeches by Moses rather than a narrative account?
Why Deuteronomy Is Presented as Moses’ Speeches Rather Than a Narrative The book of Deuteronomy, the fifth book of the Bible, stands out among the Pentateuch for its unique style. Unlike Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, and Numbers, which mix narrative, law, and genealogy, Deuteronomy is primarily a collection of speeches delivered…