Deuteronomy 11:29 cpdv — Yet truly, when the Lord your God will have led you into the land, to which you are traveling for a habitation, you sha…

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"Yet truly, when the Lord your God will have led you into the land, to which you are traveling for a habitation, you shall place the blessing upon Mount Gerizim, the curse upon Mount Ebal,"

— Deuteronomy 11:29, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 11 — Context

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Behold, I am setting forth in your sight today a blessing and a curse.

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It will be a blessing, if you obey the commandments of the Lord your God, which I am instructing to you this day.

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It will be a curse, if you do not obey the commandments of the Lord your God, but instead you withdraw from the way, which I am revealing to you now, and you walk after foreign gods that you have not known.

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Yet truly, when the Lord your God will have led you into the land, to which you are traveling for a habitation, you shall place the blessing upon Mount Gerizim, the curse upon Mount Ebal,

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which are across the Jordan, behind the way which slopes toward the setting of the sun, in the land of the Canaanite, who lives in the plains opposite Gilgal, which is near the valley extending toward and entering a distant place.

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For you shall cross over the Jordan, so that you may possess the land which the Lord your God will give you, so that you may have it and possess it.

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Therefore, see to it that you fulfill the ceremonies and judgments, which I am placing in your sight this day.”

Deuteronomy 11:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 11:29 say?
Deuteronomy 11:29 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Yet truly, when the Lord your God will have led you into the land, to which you are traveling for a habitation, you shall place the blessing upon Mount Gerizim, the curse upon Mount Ebal,”
Where is Deuteronomy 11:29 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 11:29 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 11, verse 29.
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 11:29.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 11:29 in?
Deuteronomy 11:29 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 11:29?
Deuteronomy 11:29 reads (CPDV): “Yet truly, when the Lord your God will have led you into the land, to which you are traveling for a habitation, you shall place the blessing upon Mount Gerizim, the curse upon Mount Ebal,” 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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