Deuteronomy 12:27 nasb — "And you shall offer your burnt offerings, the flesh and the blood, on the altar of the LORD your God; and the blood of…

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""And you shall offer your burnt offerings, the flesh and the blood, on the altar of the LORD your God; and the blood of your sacrifices shall be poured out on the altar of the LORD your God, and you shall eat the flesh."

— Deuteronomy 12:27, NASB

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Deuteronomy 12 — Context

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"You shall not eat it; you shall pour it out on the ground like water.

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"You shall not eat it, so that it may be well with you and your sons after you, for you will be doing what is right in the sight of the LORD.

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"Only your holy things which you may have and your votive offerings, you shall take and go to the place which the LORD chooses.

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"And you shall offer your burnt offerings, the flesh and the blood, on the altar of the LORD your God; and the blood of your sacrifices shall be poured out on the altar of the LORD your God, and you shall eat the flesh.

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"Be careful to listen to all these words which I command you, so that it may be well with you and your sons after you forever, for you will be doing what is good and right in the sight of the LORD your God.

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"When the LORD your God cuts off before you the nations which you are going in to dispossess, and you dispossess them and dwell in their land,

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beware that you are not ensnared to follow them, after they are destroyed before you, and that you do not inquire after their gods, saying, 'How do these nations serve their gods, that I also may do likewise?'

Deuteronomy 12:27 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 12:27 say?
Deuteronomy 12:27 in the NASB reads: “"And you shall offer your burnt offerings, the flesh and the blood, on the altar of the LORD your God; and the blood of your sacrifices shall be poured out on the altar of the LORD your God, and you shall eat the flesh.”
Where is Deuteronomy 12:27 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 12:27 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 12, verse 27.
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 12:27.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 12:27 in?
Deuteronomy 12:27 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 12:27?
Deuteronomy 12:27 reads (NASB): “"And you shall offer your burnt offerings, the flesh and the blood, on the altar of the LORD your God; and the blood of your sacrifices shall be poured out on the altar of the LORD your God, and you shall eat the flesh.” 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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