Deuteronomy 2:36 asv — From Aroer, which is on the edge of the valley of the Arnon, and from the city that is in the valley, even unto Gilead,…

American Standard Version

"From Aroer, which is on the edge of the valley of the Arnon, and from the city that is in the valley, even unto Gilead, there was not a city too high for us; Jehovah our God delivered up all before us: "

— Deuteronomy 2:36, American Standard Version

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Deuteronomy 2 — Context

33

And Jehovah our God delivered him up before us; and we smote him, and his sons, and all his people.

34

And 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:

35

only the cattle we took for a prey unto ourselves, with the spoil of the cities which we had taken.

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From Aroer, which is on the edge of the valley of the Arnon, and from the city that is in the valley, even unto Gilead, there was not a city too high for us; Jehovah our God delivered up all before us:

37

only to the land of the children of Ammon thou camest not near; all the side of the river Jabbok, and the cities of the hill-country, and wheresoever Jehovah our God forbade us.

Deuteronomy 2:36 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 2:36 say?
Deuteronomy 2:36 in the American Standard Version reads: “From Aroer, which is on the edge of the valley of the Arnon, and from the city that is in the valley, even unto Gilead, there was not a city too high for us; Jehovah our God delivered up all before us: ”
Where is Deuteronomy 2:36 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 2:36 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 2, verse 36.
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 2:36.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 2:36 in?
Deuteronomy 2:36 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 2:36?
Deuteronomy 2:36 reads (ASV): “From Aroer, which is on the edge of the valley of the Arnon, and from the city that is in the valley, even unto Gilead, there was not a city too high for us; Jehovah our God delivered up all before us: ” 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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