Why did the Hebrews not go immediately to the promised land after leaving Egypt?
A)It was occupied by strong local tribes.
B)It was denied to the generation that had disobeyed God in the desert.
C)They went the wrong way.
D)They were unsure which way to go.

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The promised land was occupied by strong local tribes, as described in the Old Testament book of Numbers. The Hebrews had to fight battles to conquer the land, but first they had to wander in the desert for 40 years as punishment for their lack of faith in God.

Why Did the Hebrews Not Go Immediately to the Promised