Deuteronomy 19:10 web — that innocent blood not be shed in the midst of your land, which Yahweh your God gives you for an inheritance, and so b…

World English Bible

"that innocent blood not be shed in the midst of your land, which Yahweh your God gives you for an inheritance, and so blood be on you."

— Deuteronomy 19:10, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 19 — Context

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Therefore I command you, saying, You shall set apart three cities for yourselves.

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If Yahweh your God enlarges your border, as he has sworn to your fathers, and gives you all the land which he promised to give to your fathers;

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if you keep all this commandment to do it, which I command you this day, to love Yahweh your God, and to walk ever in his ways; then you shall add three cities more for yourselves, besides these three:

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that innocent blood not be shed in the midst of your land, which Yahweh your God gives you for an inheritance, and so blood be on you.

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But if any man hates his neighbor, and lies in wait for him, and rises up against him, and strikes him mortally so that he dies, and he flees into one of these cities;

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then the elders of his city shall send and bring him there, and deliver him into the hand of the avenger of blood, that he may die.

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Your eye shall not pity him, but you shall put away the innocent blood from Israel, that it may go well with you.

Deuteronomy 19:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 19:10 say?
Deuteronomy 19:10 in the World English Bible reads: “that innocent blood not be shed in the midst of your land, which Yahweh your God gives you for an inheritance, and so blood be on you.”
Where is Deuteronomy 19:10 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 19:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 19, verse 10.
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 19:10.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 19:10 in?
Deuteronomy 19:10 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 19:10?
Deuteronomy 19:10 reads (WEB): “that innocent blood not be shed in the midst of your land, which Yahweh your God gives you for an inheritance, and so blood be on you.” 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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