Deuteronomy 1:8 akjv — Behold, I have set the land before you: go in and possess the land which the LORD swore to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac…

American King James Version

"Behold, I have set the land before you: go in and possess the land which the LORD swore to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give to them and to their seed after them. ¶ "

— Deuteronomy 1:8, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 1 — Context

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On this side Jordan, in the land of Moab, began Moses to declare this law, saying,

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The LORD our God spoke to us in Horeb, saying, You have dwelled long enough in this mount:

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Turn you, and take your journey, and go to the mount of the Amorites, and to all the places near thereunto, in the plain, in the hills, and in the vale, and in the south, and by the sea side, to the land of the Canaanites, and to Lebanon, to the great river, the river Euphrates.

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Behold, I have set the land before you: go in and possess the land which the LORD swore to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give to them and to their seed after them. ¶

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And I spoke to you at that time, saying, I am not able to bear you myself alone:

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The LORD your God has multiplied you, and, behold, you are this day as the stars of heaven for multitude.

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(The LORD God of your fathers make you a thousand times so many more as you are, and bless you, as he has promised you!)

Deuteronomy 1:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 1:8 say?
Deuteronomy 1:8 in the American King James Version reads: “Behold, I have set the land before you: go in and possess the land which the LORD swore to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give to them and to their seed after them. ¶ ”
Where is Deuteronomy 1:8 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 1:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 1, verse 8.
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 1:8.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 1:8 in?
Deuteronomy 1:8 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 1:8?
Deuteronomy 1:8 reads (AKJV): “Behold, I have set the land before you: go in and possess the land which the LORD swore to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give to them and to their seed after them. ¶ ” 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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