Deuteronomy 12:13 web — Take heed to yourself that you don't offer your burnt offerings in every place that you see;

World English Bible

"Take heed to yourself that you don't offer your burnt offerings in every place that you see;"

— Deuteronomy 12:13, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 12 — Context

10

But when you go over the Jordan, and dwell in the land which Yahweh your God causes you to inherit, and he gives you rest from all your enemies around you, so that you dwell in safety;

11

then it shall happen that to the place which Yahweh your God shall choose, to cause his name to dwell there, there you shall bring all that I command you: your burnt offerings, and your sacrifices, your tithes, and the wave offering of your hand, and all your choice vows which you vow to Yahweh.

12

You shall rejoice before Yahweh your God, you, and your sons, and your daughters, and your male servants, and your female servants, and the Levite who is within your gates, because he has no portion nor inheritance with you.

13

Take heed to yourself that you don't offer your burnt offerings in every place that you see;

14

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

15

Notwithstanding, you may kill and eat flesh within all your gates, after all the desire of your soul, according to the blessing of Yahweh your God which he has given you: the unclean and the clean may eat of it, as of the gazelle, and as of the hart.

16

Only you shall not eat the blood; you shall pour it out on 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 World English Bible reads: “Take heed to yourself that you don't offer your burnt offerings in every place that 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 (WEB): “Take heed to yourself that you don't offer your burnt offerings in every place that 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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