Deuteronomy 2:30 nasb — "But Sihon king of Heshbon was not willing for us to pass through his land; for the LORD your God hardened his spirit a…

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""But Sihon king of Heshbon was not willing for us to pass through his land; for the LORD your God hardened his spirit and made his heart obstinate, in order to deliver him into your hand, as he is today."

— Deuteronomy 2:30, NASB

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Deuteronomy 2 — Context

27

'Let me pass through your land, I will travel only on the highway; I will not turn aside to the right or to the left.

28

'You will sell me food for money so that I may eat, and give me water for money so that I may drink, only let me pass through on foot,

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just as the sons of Esau who live in Seir and the Moabites who live in Ar did for me, until I cross over the Jordan into the land which the LORD our God is giving to us.'

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"But Sihon king of Heshbon was not willing for us to pass through his land; for the LORD your God hardened his spirit and made his heart obstinate, in order to deliver him into your hand, as he is today.

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"The LORD said to me, 'See, I have begun to deliver Sihon and his land over to you. Begin to occupy, that you may possess his land.'

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"Then Sihon with all his people came out to meet us in battle at Jahaz.

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"The LORD our God delivered him over to us, and we defeated him with his sons and all his people.

Deuteronomy 2:30 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 2:30 say?
Deuteronomy 2:30 in the NASB reads: “"But Sihon king of Heshbon was not willing for us to pass through his land; for the LORD your God hardened his spirit and made his heart obstinate, in order to deliver him into your hand, as he is today.”
Where is Deuteronomy 2:30 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 2:30 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 2, verse 30.
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 2:30.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 2:30 in?
Deuteronomy 2:30 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 2:30?
Deuteronomy 2:30 reads (NASB): “"But Sihon king of Heshbon was not willing for us to pass through his land; for the LORD your God hardened his spirit and made his heart obstinate, in order to deliver him into your hand, as he is today.” 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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