Deuteronomy 13:9 cpdv — Instead, you shall put him to death promptly. Let your hand be upon him first, and after that, let the hands of all the…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Instead, you shall put him to death promptly. Let your hand be upon him first, and after that, let the hands of all the people be sent forth. "

— Deuteronomy 13:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 13 — Context

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If your brother, the son of your mother, or your own son or daughter, or your wife who is in your bosom, or your friend, whom you love like your own soul, were willing to persuade you secretly, saying: ‘Let us go, and serve foreign gods,’ which neither you nor your fathers have known,

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gods from any of the surrounding nations, whether these are near or far away, from the beginning even to the end of the earth,

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you should neither agree with him, nor listen to him. And your eye should not spare him so that you take pity on him and conceal him.

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Instead, you shall put him to death promptly. Let your hand be upon him first, and after that, let the hands of all the people be sent forth.

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He shall be killed by being overwhelmed with stones. For he was willing to draw you away from the Lord your God, who led you away from the land of Egypt, from the house of servitude.

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So may all of Israel, upon hearing this, be afraid, so that nothing like this will ever be done again.

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If, in one of your cities which the Lord your God will give to you as a habitation, you hear someone say:

Deuteronomy 13:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 13:9 say?
Deuteronomy 13:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Instead, you shall put him to death promptly. Let your hand be upon him first, and after that, let the hands of all the people be sent forth. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 13:9 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 13:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 13, verse 9.
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 13:9.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 13:9 in?
Deuteronomy 13:9 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 13:9?
Deuteronomy 13:9 reads (CPDV): “Instead, you shall put him to death promptly. Let your hand be upon him first, and after that, let the hands of all the people be sent forth. ” 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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