Deuteronomy 10:10 net — As for me, I stayed at the mountain as I did the first time, forty days and nights. The LORD listened to me that time a…

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"As for me, I stayed at the mountain as I did the first time, forty days and nights. The LORD listened to me that time as well and decided not to destroy you."

— Deuteronomy 10:10, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 10 — Context

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From there they traveled to Gudgodah, and from Gudgodah to Jotbathah, a place of flowing streams.

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At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the LORD’s covenant, to stand before the LORD to serve him, and to formulate blessings in his name, as they do to this very day.

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Therefore Levi has no allotment or inheritance among his brothers; the LORD is his inheritance just as the LORD your God told him.

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As for me, I stayed at the mountain as I did the first time, forty days and nights. The LORD listened to me that time as well and decided not to destroy you.

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Then he said to me,“Get up, set out leading the people so they may go and possess the land I promised to give to their ancestors.”

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An Exhortation to Love Both God and People Now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require of you except to revere him, to obey all his commandments, to love him, to serve him with all your mind and being,

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and to keep the LORD’s commandments and statutes that I am giving you today for your own good?

Deuteronomy 10:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 10:10 say?
Deuteronomy 10:10 in the NET Bible reads: “As for me, I stayed at the mountain as I did the first time, forty days and nights. The LORD listened to me that time as well and decided not to destroy you.”
Where is Deuteronomy 10:10 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 10:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 10, verse 10.
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 10:10.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 10:10 in?
Deuteronomy 10:10 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 10:10?
Deuteronomy 10:10 reads (NET): “As for me, I stayed at the mountain as I did the first time, forty days and nights. The LORD listened to me that time as well and decided not to destroy you.” 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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