Deuteronomy 24:12 nasb — "If he is a poor man, you shall not sleep with his pledge.

NASB

""If he is a poor man, you shall not sleep with his pledge."

— Deuteronomy 24:12, NASB

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Deuteronomy 24 — Context

9

"Remember what the LORD your God did to Miriam on the way as you came out of Egypt.

10

"When you make your neighbor a loan of any sort, you shall not enter his house to take his pledge.

11

"You shall remain outside, and the man to whom you make the loan shall bring the pledge out to you.

12

"If he is a poor man, you shall not sleep with his pledge.

13

"When the sun goes down you shall surely return the pledge to him, that he may sleep in his cloak and bless you; and it will be righteousness for you before the LORD your God.

14

"You shall not oppress a hired servant who is poor and needy, whether he is one of your countrymen or one of your aliens who is in your land in your towns.

15

"You shall give him his wages on his day before the sun sets, for he is poor and sets his heart on it; so that he will not cry against you to the LORD and it become sin in you.

Deuteronomy 24:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 24:12 say?
Deuteronomy 24:12 in the NASB reads: “"If he is a poor man, you shall not sleep with his pledge.”
Where is Deuteronomy 24:12 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 24:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 24, verse 12.
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 24:12.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 24:12 in?
Deuteronomy 24:12 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 24:12?
Deuteronomy 24:12 reads (NASB): “"If he is a poor man, you shall not sleep with his pledge.” 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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