After Yehoshua and the Bnei Yisrael reached the banks of the Yarden, the Shotrim issued an essential directive to the people: "When you observe the Aron Habris carried by the Kohanim [and] Leviim, follow it. Yet, ensure you maintain a distance of approximately two thousand Amos from it. This distance ensures you'll know which path to take, especially since this is a road you have never embarked upon before.”
This marked a remarkable shift in navigation for the Jewish people. Up until this point, during Moshe's leadership, their journey was led by the Amud HaAnan. It was followed by two degalim, then the Aron, and subsequently the remaining two degalim.1 However, with Moshe's passing and the disappearance of the Amud HaAnan, our journey towards Eretz Yisrael shifted to being guided solely by the Aron, while the nation was instructed to keep a safe distance.
It's essential to note that at this point, the people have yet to embark on their journey. They've merely been provided with instruc…
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