Deuteronomy 21:2 web — then your elders and your judges shall come forth, and they shall measure to the cities which are around him who is sla…

World English Bible

"then your elders and your judges shall come forth, and they shall measure to the cities which are around him who is slain:"

— Deuteronomy 21:2, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 21 — Context

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If one be found slain in the land which Yahweh your God gives you to possess it, lying in the field, and it isn't known who has struck him;

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then your elders and your judges shall come forth, and they shall measure to the cities which are around him who is slain:

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and it shall be, that the city which is nearest to the slain man, even the elders of that city shall take a heifer of the herd, which hasn't been worked with, and which has not drawn in the yoke;

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and the elders of that city shall bring down the heifer to a valley with running water, which is neither plowed nor sown, and shall break the heifer's neck there in the valley.

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The priests the sons of Levi shall come near; for them Yahweh your God has chosen to minister to him, and to bless in the name of Yahweh; and according to their word shall every controversy and every stroke be.

Deuteronomy 21:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 21:2 say?
Deuteronomy 21:2 in the World English Bible reads: “then your elders and your judges shall come forth, and they shall measure to the cities which are around him who is slain:”
Where is Deuteronomy 21:2 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 21:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 21, verse 2.
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 21:2.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 21:2 in?
Deuteronomy 21:2 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 21:2?
Deuteronomy 21:2 reads (WEB): “then your elders and your judges shall come forth, and they shall measure to the cities which are around him who is slain:” 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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