Deuteronomy 18:9 nasb — "When you enter the land which the LORD your God gives you, you shall not learn to imitate the detestable things of tho…

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""When you enter the land which the LORD your God gives you, you shall not learn to imitate the detestable things of those nations."

— Deuteronomy 18:9, NASB

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Deuteronomy 18 — Context

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"Now if a Levite comes from any of your towns throughout Israel where he resides, and comes whenever he desires to the place which the LORD chooses,

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then he shall serve in the name of the LORD his God, like all his fellow Levites who stand there before the LORD.

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"They shall eat equal portions, except what they receive from the sale of their fathers' estates.

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"When you enter the land which the LORD your God gives you, you shall not learn to imitate the detestable things of those nations.

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"There shall not be found among you anyone who makes his son or his daughter pass through the fire, one who uses divination, one who practices witchcraft, or one who interprets omens, or a sorcerer,

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or one who casts a spell, or a medium, or a spiritist, or one who calls up the dead.

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"For whoever does these things is detestable to the LORD; and because of these detestable things the LORD your God will drive them out before you.

Deuteronomy 18:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 18:9 say?
Deuteronomy 18:9 in the NASB reads: “"When you enter the land which the LORD your God gives you, you shall not learn to imitate the detestable things of those nations.”
Where is Deuteronomy 18:9 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 18:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 18, 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 18:9.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 18:9 in?
Deuteronomy 18:9 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 18:9?
Deuteronomy 18:9 reads (NASB): “"When you enter the land which the LORD your God gives you, you shall not learn to imitate the detestable things of those nations.” 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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