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Deuteronomy 27:2

Deuteronomy 27:1 nasb — Then Moses and the elders of Israel charged the people, saying, "Keep all the commandments which I command you today.

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"Then Moses and the elders of Israel charged the people, saying, "Keep all the commandments which I command you today."

— Deuteronomy 27:1, NASB

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Deuteronomy 27 — Context

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Then Moses and the elders of Israel charged the people, saying, "Keep all the commandments which I command you today.

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"So it shall be on the day when you cross the Jordan to the land which the LORD your God gives you, that you shall set up for yourself large stones and coat them with lime

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and write on them all the words of this law, when you cross over, so that you may enter the land which the LORD your God gives you, a land flowing with milk and honey, as the LORD, the God of your fathers, promised you.

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"So it shall be when you cross the Jordan, you shall set up on Mount Ebal, these stones, as I am commanding you today, and you shall coat them with lime.

Deuteronomy 27:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 27:1 say?
Deuteronomy 27:1 in the NASB reads: “Then Moses and the elders of Israel charged the people, saying, "Keep all the commandments which I command you today.”
Where is Deuteronomy 27:1 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 27:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 27, verse 1.
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 27:1.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 27:1 in?
Deuteronomy 27:1 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 27:1?
Deuteronomy 27:1 reads (NASB): “Then Moses and the elders of Israel charged the people, saying, "Keep all the commandments which I command you today.” 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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