Deuteronomy 12:13 asv — Take heed to thyself that thou offer not thy burnt-offerings in every place that thou seest;

American Standard Version

"Take heed to thyself that thou offer not thy burnt-offerings in every place that thou seest; "

— Deuteronomy 12:13, American Standard Version

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Deuteronomy 12 — Context

10

But when ye go over the Jordan, and dwell in the land which Jehovah your God causeth you to inherit, and he giveth you rest from all your enemies round about, so that ye dwell in safety;

11

then it shall come to pass that to the place which Jehovah your God shall choose, to cause his name to dwell there, thither shall ye bring all that I command you: your burnt-offerings, and your sacrifices, your tithes, and the heave-offering of your hand, and all your choice vows which ye vow unto Jehovah.

12

And ye shall rejoice before Jehovah your God, ye, and your sons, and your daughters, and your men-servants, and your maid-servants, and the Levite that is within your gates, forasmuch as he hath no portion nor inheritance with you.

13

Take heed to thyself that thou offer not thy burnt-offerings in every place that thou seest;

14

but in the place which Jehovah shall choose in one of thy tribes, there thou shalt offer thy burnt-offerings, and there thou shalt do all that I command thee.

15

Notwithstanding, thou mayest kill and eat flesh within all thy gates, after all the desire of thy soul, according to the blessing of Jehovah thy God which he hath given thee: the unclean and the clean may eat thereof, as of the gazelle, and as of the hart.

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Only ye shall not eat the blood; thou shalt pour it out upon the earth as water.

Deuteronomy 12:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 12:13 say?
Deuteronomy 12:13 in the American Standard Version reads: “Take heed to thyself that thou offer not thy burnt-offerings in every place that thou seest; ”
Where is Deuteronomy 12:13 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 12:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 12, verse 13.
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 12:13.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 12:13 in?
Deuteronomy 12:13 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 12:13?
Deuteronomy 12:13 reads (ASV): “Take heed to thyself that thou offer not thy burnt-offerings in every place that thou seest; ” 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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