Deuteronomy 2:31 web — Yahweh said to me, "Behold, I have begun to deliver up Sihon and his land before you: begin to possess, that you may in…

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"Yahweh said to me, "Behold, I have begun to deliver up Sihon and his land before you: begin to possess, that you may inherit his land.""

— Deuteronomy 2:31, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 2 — Context

28

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

29

as the children of Esau who dwell in Seir, and the Moabites who dwell in Ar, did to me; until I shall pass over the Jordan into the land which Yahweh our God gives us."

30

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

31

Yahweh said to me, "Behold, I have begun to deliver up Sihon and his land before you: begin to possess, that you may inherit his land."

32

Then Sihon came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Jahaz.

33

Yahweh our God delivered him up before us; and we struck him, and his sons, and all his people.

34

We took all his cities at that time, and utterly destroyed every inhabited city, with the women and the little ones; we left none remaining:

Deuteronomy 2:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 2:31 say?
Deuteronomy 2:31 in the World English Bible reads: “Yahweh said to me, "Behold, I have begun to deliver up Sihon and his land before you: begin to possess, that you may inherit his land."”
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 (WEB): “Yahweh said to me, "Behold, I have begun to deliver up Sihon and his land before you: begin to possess, that you may inherit his land."” 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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