Deuteronomy 1:6 net — Events at Horeb The LORD our God spoke to us at Horeb and said,“You have stayed in the area of this mountain long enoug…

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"Events at Horeb The LORD our God spoke to us at Horeb and said,“You have stayed in the area of this mountain long enough."

— Deuteronomy 1:6, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 1 — Context

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However, it was not until the first day of the eleventh month of the fortieth year that Moses addressed the Israelites just as the LORD had instructed him to do.

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This took place after the defeat of King Sihon of the Amorites, whose capital was in Heshbon, and King Og of Bashan, whose capital was in Ashtaroth, specifically in Edrei.

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So it was in the Transjordan, in Moab, that Moses began to deliver these words:

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Events at Horeb The LORD our God spoke to us at Horeb and said,“You have stayed in the area of this mountain long enough.

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Head out and resume your journey. Enter the Amorite hill country, and into all its neighboring areas, including the rift valley, the hill country, the foothills, the Negev, and the coastal plain– all of Canaan and Lebanon as far as the Great River, that is, the Euphrates.

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Look! I have already given the land to you. Go, occupy the territory that I, the LORD, promised to give to your ancestors Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and to their descendants.”

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I also said to you at that time,“I am no longer able to sustain you by myself.

Deuteronomy 1:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 1:6 say?
Deuteronomy 1:6 in the NET Bible reads: “Events at Horeb The LORD our God spoke to us at Horeb and said,“You have stayed in the area of this mountain long enough.”
Where is Deuteronomy 1:6 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 1:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 1, verse 6.
Who wrote Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Largely framed as Moses' farewell speeches; the closing chapter narrating his death was likely added by Joshua or a later editor. It was written c. 1406 BC.
What is the book of Deuteronomy about?
Deuteronomy is Moses' final sermons to Israel before they enter the Promised Land — a renewed call to love and obey the LORD. It re-states the Law, rehearses Israel's history, and lays before the people blessing for obedience and curse for rebellion.
What are the major themes of Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy explores themes including Covenant, Love, Obedience, Remembrance, Blessing & Curse. These themes shape the meaning and context of Deuteronomy 1:6.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 1:6 in?
Deuteronomy 1:6 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Deuteronomy 1:6?
Deuteronomy 1:6 reads (NET): “Events at Horeb The LORD our God spoke to us at Horeb and said,“You have stayed in the area of this mountain long enough.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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