Deuteronomy 10:12 akjv — And now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, an…

American King James Version

"And now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul, "

— Deuteronomy 10:12, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 10 — Context

9

Why Levi has no part nor inheritance with his brothers; the LORD is his inheritance, according as the LORD your God promised him.

10

And I stayed in the mount, according to the first time, forty days and forty nights; and the LORD listened to me at that time also, and the LORD would not destroy you.

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And the LORD said to me, Arise, take your journey before the people, that they may go in and possess the land, which I swore to their fathers to give to them. ¶

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And now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul,

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To keep the commandments of the LORD, and his statutes, which I command you this day for your good?

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Behold, the heaven and the heaven of heavens is the LORD’s your God, the earth also, with all that therein is.

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Only the LORD had a delight in your fathers to love them, and he chose their seed after them, even you above all people, as it is this day.

Deuteronomy 10:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 10:12 say?
Deuteronomy 10:12 in the American King James Version reads: “And now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul, ”
Where is Deuteronomy 10:12 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 10:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 10, verse 12.
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 10:12.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 10:12 in?
Deuteronomy 10:12 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 10:12?
Deuteronomy 10:12 reads (AKJV): “And now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul, ” 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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