Deuteronomy 11:28 net — and the curse if you pay no attention to his commandments and turn from the way I am setting before you today to pursue…

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"and the curse if you pay no attention to his commandments and turn from the way I am setting before you today to pursue other gods you have not known."

— Deuteronomy 11:28, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 11 — Context

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Nobody will be able to resist you; the LORD your God will spread the fear and terror of you over the whole land on which you walk, just as he promised you.

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Anticipation of a Blessing and Cursing Ceremony Take note– I am setting before you today a blessing and a curse:

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the blessing if you take to heart the commandments of the LORD your God that I am giving you today,

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and the curse if you pay no attention to his commandments and turn from the way I am setting before you today to pursue other gods you have not known.

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When the LORD your God brings you into the land you are to possess, you must pronounce the blessing on Mount Gerizim and the curse on Mount Ebal.

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Are they not across the Jordan River, toward the west, in the land of the Canaanites who live in the rift valley opposite Gilgal near the oak of Moreh?

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For you are about to cross the Jordan to possess the land the LORD your God is giving you, and you will possess and inhabit it.

Deuteronomy 11:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 11:28 say?
Deuteronomy 11:28 in the NET Bible reads: “and the curse if you pay no attention to his commandments and turn from the way I am setting before you today to pursue other gods you have not known.”
Where is Deuteronomy 11:28 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 11:28 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 11, verse 28.
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 11:28.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 11:28 in?
Deuteronomy 11:28 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 11:28?
Deuteronomy 11:28 reads (NET): “and the curse if you pay no attention to his commandments and turn from the way I am setting before you today to pursue other gods you have not known.” 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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