Deuteronomy 2:28 akjv — You shall sell me meat for money, that I may eat; and give me water for money, that I may drink: only I will pass throu…

American King James Version

"You shall sell me meat for money, that I may eat; and give me water for money, that I may drink: only I will pass through on my feet; "

— Deuteronomy 2:28, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 2 — Context

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This day will I begin to put the dread of you and the fear of you on the nations that are under the whole heaven, who shall hear report of you, and shall tremble, and be in anguish because of you. ¶

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And I sent messengers out of the wilderness of Kedemoth to Sihon king of Heshbon with words of peace, saying,

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Let me pass through your land: I will go along by the high way, I will neither turn to the right hand nor to the left.

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You shall sell me meat for money, that I may eat; and give me water for money, that I may drink: only I will pass through on my feet;

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(As the children of Esau which dwell in Seir, and the Moabites which dwell in Ar, did to me;) until I shall pass over Jordan into the land which the LORD our God gives us.

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But Sihon king of Heshbon would not let us pass by him: for the LORD your God hardened his spirit, and made his heart obstinate, that he might deliver him into your hand, as appears this day.

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And the LORD said to me, Behold, I have begun to give Sihon and his land before you: begin to possess, that you may inherit his land.

Deuteronomy 2:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 2:28 say?
Deuteronomy 2:28 in the American King James Version reads: “You shall sell me meat for money, that I may eat; and give me water for money, that I may drink: only I will pass through on my feet; ”
Where is Deuteronomy 2:28 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 2:28 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 2, verse 28.
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 2:28.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 2:28 in?
Deuteronomy 2:28 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 2:28?
Deuteronomy 2:28 reads (AKJV): “You shall sell me meat for money, that I may eat; and give me water for money, that I may drink: only I will pass through on my feet; ” 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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