Deuteronomy 16:19 akjv — You shall not wrest judgment; you shall not respect persons, neither take a gift: for a gift does blind the eyes of the…

American King James Version

"You shall not wrest judgment; you shall not respect persons, neither take a gift: for a gift does blind the eyes of the wise, and pervert the words of the righteous. "

— Deuteronomy 16:19, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 16 — Context

16

Three times in a year shall all your males appear before the LORD your God in the place which he shall choose; in the feast of unleavened bread, and in the feast of weeks, and in the feast of tabernacles: and they shall not appear before the LORD empty:

17

Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the LORD your God which he has given you. ¶

18

Judges and officers shall you make you in all your gates, which the LORD your God gives you, throughout your tribes: and they shall judge the people with just judgment.

19

You shall not wrest judgment; you shall not respect persons, neither take a gift: for a gift does blind the eyes of the wise, and pervert the words of the righteous.

20

That which is altogether just shall you follow, that you may live, and inherit the land which the LORD your God gives you. ¶

21

You shall not plant you a grove of any trees near to the altar of the LORD your God, which you shall make you.

22

Neither shall you set you up any image; which the LORD your God hates.

Deuteronomy 16:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 16:19 say?
Deuteronomy 16:19 in the American King James Version reads: “You shall not wrest judgment; you shall not respect persons, neither take a gift: for a gift does blind the eyes of the wise, and pervert the words of the righteous. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 16:19 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 16:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 16, verse 19.
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 16:19.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 16:19 in?
Deuteronomy 16:19 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 16:19?
Deuteronomy 16:19 reads (AKJV): “You shall not wrest judgment; you shall not respect persons, neither take a gift: for a gift does blind the eyes of the wise, and pervert the words of the righteous. ” 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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