Deuteronomy 11:10 net — For the land where you are headed is not like the land of Egypt from which you came, a land where you planted seed and…

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"For the land where you are headed is not like the land of Egypt from which you came, a land where you planted seed and which you irrigated by hand like a vegetable garden."

— Deuteronomy 11:10, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 11 — Context

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I am speaking to you because you are the ones who saw all the great deeds of the LORD!

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The Abundance of the Land of Promise Now pay attention to all the commandments I am giving you today, so that you may be strong enough to enter and possess the land where you are headed,

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and that you may enjoy long life in the land the LORD promised to give to your ancestors and their descendants, a land flowing with milk and honey.

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For the land where you are headed is not like the land of Egypt from which you came, a land where you planted seed and which you irrigated by hand like a vegetable garden.

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Instead, the land you are crossing the Jordan to occupy is one of hills and valleys, a land that drinks in water from the rains,

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a land the LORD your God looks after. He is constantly attentive to it from the beginning to the end of the year.

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Now, if you pay close attention to my commandments that I am giving you today and love the LORD your God and serve him with all your mind and being,

Deuteronomy 11:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 11:10 say?
Deuteronomy 11:10 in the NET Bible reads: “For the land where you are headed is not like the land of Egypt from which you came, a land where you planted seed and which you irrigated by hand like a vegetable garden.”
Where is Deuteronomy 11:10 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 11:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 11, 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 11:10.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 11:10 in?
Deuteronomy 11:10 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 11:10?
Deuteronomy 11:10 reads (NET): “For the land where you are headed is not like the land of Egypt from which you came, a land where you planted seed and which you irrigated by hand like a vegetable garden.” 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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