The Twelve Spies sent to explore Canaan
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The Twelve Spies sent to explore Canaan
The Twelve Spies sent by Moses to explore Canaan - Numbers 13.
circa 1690
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1690 Biblical Canaan Exploration Explore Investigate Investigation Moses Numbers Sending Spies Spying Testament Twelve
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This evocative 17th-century print depicts the Twelve Spies, sent by Moses under God's instruction, to explore the land of Canaan as recorded in the Book of Numbers (13:1-33). The Old Testament narrative recounts how these spies were chosen from among the Israelites and dispatched to scout the land, which was flowing with milk and honey, to assess its fertility and inhabitability. The print, likely produced in the late 1600s, captures the moment of departure as the spies, dressed in various attire, set forth on their mission, each carrying a staff and a pouch. The richly detailed background reveals the bustling camp of the Israelites, with tents and people milling about, while the arid landscape of Canaan lies beyond, filled with towering cliffs, winding rivers, and verdant fields. The Twelve Spies, representing the tribes of Israel, were Caleb, son of Jephunneh; Joshua, son of Nun; and ten men from the tribe of Ephraim: Oshea, son of Nun; Elidad, son of Chislon; Gaddiel, son of Sodi; Ammiel, son of Gemalli; Shebna, son of Rechab; Joshua, son of Nun; Caleb, son of Jephunneh; Ibnethlon, son of Huppah; Palti, son of Raphu; and Gaddi, son of Sodi. The successful return of the spies with an abundant report of the land's riches would pave the way for the Israelites' eventual conquest of Canaan under Joshua's leadership. This print serves as a visual reminder of this pivotal moment in biblical history, highlighting the faith and determination of Moses and the Israelites as they embarked on their journey to claim the Promised Land.
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