Deuteronomy 12:13 nasb — "Be careful that you do not offer your burnt offerings in every cultic place you see,

NASB

""Be careful that you do not offer your burnt offerings in every cultic place you see,"

— Deuteronomy 12:13, NASB

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Deuteronomy 12 — Context

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"When you cross the Jordan and live in the land which the LORD your God is giving you to inherit, and He gives you rest from all your enemies around you so that you live in security,

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then it shall come about that the place in which the LORD your God will choose for His name to dwell, there you shall bring all that I command you: your burnt offerings and your sacrifices, your tithes and the contribution of your hand, and all your choice votive offerings which you will vow to the LORD.

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"And you shall rejoice before the LORD your God, you and your sons and daughters, your male and female servants, and the Levite who is within your gates, since he has no portion or inheritance with you.

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"Be careful that you do not offer your burnt offerings in every cultic place you see,

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but in the place which the LORD chooses in one of your tribes, there you shall offer your burnt offerings, and there you shall do all that I command you.

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"However, you may slaughter and eat meat within any of your gates, whatever you desire, according to the blessing of the LORD your God which He has given you; the unclean and the clean may eat of it, as of the gazelle and the deer.

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"Only you shall not eat the blood; you are to pour it out on the ground like water.

Deuteronomy 12:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 12:13 say?
Deuteronomy 12:13 in the NASB reads: “"Be careful that you do not offer your burnt offerings in every cultic place you see,”
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 (NASB): “"Be careful that you do not offer your burnt offerings in every cultic place you see,” 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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