Deuteronomy 12:7 bbe — There you and all your families are to make a feast before the Lord your God, with joy in everything to which you put y…

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"There you and all your families are to make a feast before the Lord your God, with joy in everything to which you put your hand, because the Lord has given you his blessing."

— Deuteronomy 12:7, Bible in Basic English

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Deuteronomy 12 — Context

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Do not so to the Lord your God.

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But let your hearts be turned to the place which will be marked out by the Lord your God, among your tribes, to put his name there;

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And there you are to take your burned offerings and other offerings, and the tenth part of your goods, and the offerings to be lifted up to the Lord, and the offerings of your oaths, and those which you give freely from the impulse of your hearts, and the first births among your herds and your flocks;

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There you and all your families are to make a feast before the Lord your God, with joy in everything to which you put your hand, because the Lord has given you his blessing.

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You are not to do things then in the way in which we now do them here, every man as it seems right to him:

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For you have not come to the rest and the heritage which the Lord your God is giving you.

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But when you have gone over Jordan and are living in the land which the Lord your God is giving you as your heritage, and when he has given you rest from all those on every side who are fighting against you, and you are living there safely;

Deuteronomy 12:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 12:7 say?
Deuteronomy 12:7 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “There you and all your families are to make a feast before the Lord your God, with joy in everything to which you put your hand, because the Lord has given you his blessing.”
Where is Deuteronomy 12:7 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 12:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 12, verse 7.
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 12:7.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 12:7 in?
Deuteronomy 12:7 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 12:7?
Deuteronomy 12:7 reads (BBE): “There you and all your families are to make a feast before the Lord your God, with joy in everything to which you put your hand, because the Lord has given you his blessing.” 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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