Deuteronomy 2:10 cpdv — The Emim were the first of its inhabitants, a people great and strong, and of such great height, like the race of the A…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"The Emim were the first of its inhabitants, a people great and strong, and of such great height, like the race of the Anakim. "

— Deuteronomy 2:10, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 2 — Context

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The Lord your God has blessed you in every work of your hands. The Lord your God, dwelling with you, knows your journey, how you crossed through this great wilderness over forty years, and how you have been lacking in nothing.’

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And when we had passed through our brothers, the sons of Esau, who were living at Seir by the way of the plain from Elath and from Eziongeber, we arrived at the way which leads to the desert of Moab.

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And the Lord said to me: ‘You should not fight against the Moabites, nor should you go to battle against them. For I will not give to you anything from their land, because I have given Ar to the sons of Lot as a possession.’

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The Emim were the first of its inhabitants, a people great and strong, and of such great height, like the race of the Anakim.

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They were considered to be like giants, and they were like the sons of the Anakim. And, indeed, the Moabites call them: the Emim.

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The Horites also formerly lived at Seir. When these had been driven out and destroyed, the sons of Esau lived there, just as Israel did in the land of his possession, which the Lord gave to him.

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Then, rising up so as to cross over the torrent Zered, we arrived at the place.

Deuteronomy 2:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 2:10 say?
Deuteronomy 2:10 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “The Emim were the first of its inhabitants, a people great and strong, and of such great height, like the race of the Anakim. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 2:10 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 2:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 2, 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 2:10.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 2:10 in?
Deuteronomy 2:10 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 2:10?
Deuteronomy 2:10 reads (CPDV): “The Emim were the first of its inhabitants, a people great and strong, and of such great height, like the race of the Anakim. ” 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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