Deuteronomy 2:31 cpdv — And the Lord said to me: ‘Behold, I have begun to deliver Sihon and his land to you. Begin to possess it.’

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And the Lord said to me: ‘Behold, I have begun to deliver Sihon and his land to you. Begin to possess it.’ "

— Deuteronomy 2:31, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 2 — Context

28

Sell us food for a price, so that we may eat. Provide us with water for money, and so we will drink. We only ask that you allow us to pass through,

29

just as the sons of Esau have done, who live at Seir, and the Moabites, who abide in Ar, until we arrive at the Jordan, and we cross to the land which the Lord our God will give to us.’

30

And Sihon, the king of Heshbon, was not willing to grant passage to us. For the Lord your God had hardened his spirit, and had fastened his heart, so that he would be delivered into your hands, just as you now see.

31

And the Lord said to me: ‘Behold, I have begun to deliver Sihon and his land to you. Begin to possess it.’

32

And Sihon went out to meet us with all his people, to battle at Jahaz.

33

And the Lord our God delivered him to us. And we struck him down, with his sons and all his people.

34

And we seized all his cities at that time, putting to death their inhabitants: men as well as women and children. We left nothing of them,

Deuteronomy 2:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 2:31 say?
Deuteronomy 2:31 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And the Lord said to me: ‘Behold, I have begun to deliver Sihon and his land to you. Begin to possess it.’ ”
Where is Deuteronomy 2:31 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 2:31 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 2, verse 31.
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 2:31.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 2:31 in?
Deuteronomy 2:31 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 2:31?
Deuteronomy 2:31 reads (CPDV): “And the Lord said to me: ‘Behold, I have begun to deliver Sihon and his land to you. Begin to possess it.’ ” 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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