Deuteronomy 16:9 akjv — Seven weeks shall you number to you: begin to number the seven weeks from such time as you begin to put the sickle to t…

American King James Version

"Seven weeks shall you number to you: begin to number the seven weeks from such time as you begin to put the sickle to the corn. "

— Deuteronomy 16:9, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 16 — Context

6

But at the place which the LORD your God shall choose to place his name in, there you shall sacrifice the passover at even, at the going down of the sun, at the season that you came forth out of Egypt.

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And you shall roast and eat it in the place which the LORD your God shall choose: and you shall turn in the morning, and go to your tents.

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Six days you shall eat unleavened bread: and on the seventh day shall be a solemn assembly to the LORD your God: you shall do no work therein. ¶

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Seven weeks shall you number to you: begin to number the seven weeks from such time as you begin to put the sickle to the corn.

10

And you shall keep the feast of weeks to the LORD your God with a tribute of a freewill offering of your hand, which you shall give to the LORD your God, according as the LORD your God has blessed you:

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And you shall rejoice before the LORD your God, you, and your son, and your daughter, and your manservant, and your maidservant, and the Levite that is within your gates, and the stranger, and the fatherless, and the widow, that are among you, in the place which the LORD your God has chosen to place his name there.

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And you shall remember that you were a slave in Egypt: and you shall observe and do these statutes. ¶

Deuteronomy 16:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 16:9 say?
Deuteronomy 16:9 in the American King James Version reads: “Seven weeks shall you number to you: begin to number the seven weeks from such time as you begin to put the sickle to the corn. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 16:9 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 16:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 16, 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 16:9.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 16:9 in?
Deuteronomy 16:9 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 16:9?
Deuteronomy 16:9 reads (AKJV): “Seven weeks shall you number to you: begin to number the seven weeks from such time as you begin to put the sickle to the corn. ” 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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