Deuteronomy 23:2 cpdv — The offspring of a harlot, that is, one born of a prostitute, shall not enter into the church of the Lord, until the te…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"The offspring of a harlot, that is, one born of a prostitute, shall not enter into the church of the Lord, until the tenth generation. "

— Deuteronomy 23:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 23 — Context

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“A eunuch, one whose testicles have been debilitated or cut off, or whose penis has been cut off, shall not enter into the church of the Lord.

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The offspring of a harlot, that is, one born of a prostitute, shall not enter into the church of the Lord, until the tenth generation.

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The Ammonite and the Moabite, even after the tenth generation, shall not enter into the church of the Lord forever,

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because they were not willing to meet you with bread and water along the way, when you had departed from Egypt, and because they hired against you Balaam, the son of Beor, from Mesopotamia in Syria, in order to curse you.

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But the Lord your God was not willing to listen to Balaam, and he turned his cursing into your blessing, because he loves you.

Deuteronomy 23:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 23:2 say?
Deuteronomy 23:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “The offspring of a harlot, that is, one born of a prostitute, shall not enter into the church of the Lord, until the tenth generation. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 23:2 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 23:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 23, 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 23:2.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 23:2 in?
Deuteronomy 23:2 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 23:2?
Deuteronomy 23:2 reads (CPDV): “The offspring of a harlot, that is, one born of a prostitute, shall not enter into the church of the Lord, until the tenth generation. ” 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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