Deuteronomy

Who

Traditionally Moses. Many scholars connect it with the law book found in the temple under Josiah in 621 BC.

When

Set on the plains of Moab, on the last day of Moses' life.

What it is

Moses' final speeches to the generation about to cross over: the law restated for people who were children when it was given.

What to watch for

It is a sermon, not a code — it argues, remembers and pleads, and the New Testament quotes it constantly.

And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.Deuteronomy 6:5