Deuteronomy 2:35 net — We kept only the livestock and plunder from the cities for ourselves.

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"We kept only the livestock and plunder from the cities for ourselves."

— Deuteronomy 2:35, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 2 — Context

32

When Sihon and all his troops emerged to encounter us in battle at Jahaz,

33

the LORD our God delivered him over to us and we struck him down, along with his sons and everyone else.

34

At that time we seized all his cities and put every one of them under divine judgment, including even the women and children; we left no survivors.

35

We kept only the livestock and plunder from the cities for ourselves.

36

From Aroer, which is at the edge of Wadi Arnon(it is the city in the wadi), all the way to Gilead there was not a town able to resist us– the LORD our God gave them all to us.

37

However, you did not approach the land of the Ammonites, the Wadi Jabbok, the cities of the hill country, or any place else forbidden by the LORD our God.

Deuteronomy 2:35 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 2:35 say?
Deuteronomy 2:35 in the NET Bible reads: “We kept only the livestock and plunder from the cities for ourselves.”
Where is Deuteronomy 2:35 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 2:35 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 2, verse 35.
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 2:35.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 2:35 in?
Deuteronomy 2:35 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 2:35?
Deuteronomy 2:35 reads (NET): “We kept only the livestock and plunder from the cities for ourselves.” 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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