Deuteronomy 23:18 cpdv — You shall not offer money from a prostitute, nor the price of a dog, in the house of the Lord your God, no matter what…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"You shall not offer money from a prostitute, nor the price of a dog, in the house of the Lord your God, no matter what you may have vowed. For both of these are an abomination with the Lord your God. "

— Deuteronomy 23:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 23 — Context

15

You shall not deliver a servant who has fled to you to his master.

16

He shall live with you in a place that pleases him, and he shall rest in one of your cities. You shall not grieve him.

17

There shall be no prostitutes among the daughters of Israel, nor anyone among the sons of Israel who visits a prostitute.

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You shall not offer money from a prostitute, nor the price of a dog, in the house of the Lord your God, no matter what you may have vowed. For both of these are an abomination with the Lord your God.

19

You shall not lend money, or grain, or anything else at all, to your brother at interest,

20

but only to a foreigner. For you shall lend to your brother whatever he needs without interest, so that the Lord your God may bless you in all your works in the land, which you shall enter so as to possess it.

21

When you have made a vow to the Lord your God, you shall not be late in paying it. For the Lord your God demands it. And if you delay, it shall be imputed to you as a sin.

Deuteronomy 23:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 23:18 say?
Deuteronomy 23:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “You shall not offer money from a prostitute, nor the price of a dog, in the house of the Lord your God, no matter what you may have vowed. For both of these are an abomination with the Lord your God. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 23:18 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 23:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 23, verse 18.
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 23:18.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 23:18 in?
Deuteronomy 23:18 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 23:18?
Deuteronomy 23:18 reads (CPDV): “You shall not offer money from a prostitute, nor the price of a dog, in the house of the Lord your God, no matter what you may have vowed. For both of these are an abomination with the Lord your God. ” 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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