38 But only Joshua the son of Nun, and Caleb the son of Jephunneh remained alive, out of all those who had journeyed to examine the land.
39 And Moses spoke all these words to all the sons of Israel, and the people mourned exceedingly.
40 And behold, rising up at first light, they climbed to the top of the mountain, and they said, 'We are prepared to ascend to the place, about which the Lord has spoken, for we have sinned.'
41 And Moses said to them: 'Why do you transgress the word of the Lord, merely because it will not result in prosperity for you?
42 Do not ascend, for the Lord is not with you, lest you be overthrown before your enemies.
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