Deuteronomy 23:8 web — The children of the third generation who are born to them shall enter into the assembly of Yahweh.

World English Bible

"The children of the third generation who are born to them shall enter into the assembly of Yahweh."

— Deuteronomy 23:8, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 23 — Context

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Nevertheless Yahweh your God wouldn't listen to Balaam; but Yahweh your God turned the curse into a blessing to you, because Yahweh your God loved you.

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You shall not seek their peace nor their prosperity all your days forever.

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You shall not abhor an Edomite; for he is your brother: you shall not abhor an Egyptian, because you lived as a foreigner in his land.

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The children of the third generation who are born to them shall enter into the assembly of Yahweh.

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When you go forth in camp against your enemies, then you shall keep yourselves from every evil thing.

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If there is among you any man who is not clean by reason of that which happens him by night, then shall he go outside of the camp. He shall not come within the camp:

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but it shall be, when evening comes on, he shall bathe himself in water; and when the sun is down, he shall come within the camp.

Deuteronomy 23:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 23:8 say?
Deuteronomy 23:8 in the World English Bible reads: “The children of the third generation who are born to them shall enter into the assembly of Yahweh.”
Where is Deuteronomy 23:8 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 23:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 23, verse 8.
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 23:8.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 23:8 in?
Deuteronomy 23:8 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 23:8?
Deuteronomy 23:8 reads (WEB): “The children of the third generation who are born to them shall enter into the assembly of Yahweh.” 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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