Deuteronomy 20:13 cpdv — And when the Lord your God will have delivered it into your hands, you shall strike down anyone who is in it, of the ma…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And when the Lord your God will have delivered it into your hands, you shall strike down anyone who is in it, of the male gender, with the edge of the sword, "

— Deuteronomy 20:13, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 20 — Context

10

When, at any time, you approach a city to fight against it, you shall first offer peace to it.

11

If they receive it, and open the gates to you, then all the people who are in it shall be saved, and they shall serve you by paying tribute.

12

But if they are not willing to enter into an agreement, and they begin to act against you in warfare, then you shall besiege it.

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And when the Lord your God will have delivered it into your hands, you shall strike down anyone who is in it, of the male gender, with the edge of the sword,

14

but not the women and young children, nor the cattle and the other things that are within the city. And you shall divide all the plunder to the soldiers, and you shall eat the spoils from your enemies, which the Lord your God will give to you.

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So shall you do to all the cities which are at a great distance from you, those which are not among the cities that you shall receive as a possession.

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But among those cities which shall be given to you, you shall not permit anyone at all to live.

Deuteronomy 20:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 20:13 say?
Deuteronomy 20:13 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And when the Lord your God will have delivered it into your hands, you shall strike down anyone who is in it, of the male gender, with the edge of the sword, ”
Where is Deuteronomy 20:13 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 20:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 20, verse 13.
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 20:13.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 20:13 in?
Deuteronomy 20:13 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 20:13?
Deuteronomy 20:13 reads (CPDV): “And when the Lord your God will have delivered it into your hands, you shall strike down anyone who is in it, of the male gender, with the edge of the sword, ” 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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