The Israelites travel to the east of Moab, through the wilderness, specifically to avoid encountering them. And yet, we are told that they travel through Ar-Moab, and even buy food and water from the locals. Do they walk through Moabite territory or not?For more on "The Book of the Wars of the Lord," a Lost Book quoted in the Bible, see here and here.
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