Deuteronomy 11:16 akjv — Take heed to yourselves, that your heart be not deceived, and you turn aside, and serve other gods, and worship them;

American King James Version

"Take heed to yourselves, that your heart be not deceived, and you turn aside, and serve other gods, and worship them; "

— Deuteronomy 11:16, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 11 — Context

13

And it shall come to pass, if you shall listen diligently to my commandments which I command you this day, to love the LORD your God, and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul,

14

That I will give you the rain of your land in his due season, the first rain and the latter rain, that you may gather in your corn, and your wine, and your oil.

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And I will send grass in your fields for your cattle, that you may eat and be full.

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Take heed to yourselves, that your heart be not deceived, and you turn aside, and serve other gods, and worship them;

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And then the LORD’s wrath be kindled against you, and he shut up the heaven, that there be no rain, and that the land yield not her fruit; and lest you perish quickly from off the good land which the LORD gives you. ¶

18

Therefore shall you lay up these my words in your heart and in your soul, and bind them for a sign on your hand, that they may be as frontlets between your eyes.

19

And you shall teach them your children, speaking of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up.

Deuteronomy 11:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 11:16 say?
Deuteronomy 11:16 in the American King James Version reads: “Take heed to yourselves, that your heart be not deceived, and you turn aside, and serve other gods, and worship them; ”
Where is Deuteronomy 11:16 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 11:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 11, verse 16.
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 11:16.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 11:16 in?
Deuteronomy 11:16 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 11:16?
Deuteronomy 11:16 reads (AKJV): “Take heed to yourselves, that your heart be not deceived, and you turn aside, and serve other gods, and worship 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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