Deuteronomy 27:16 web — 'Cursed is he who sets light by his father or his mother.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'

World English Bible

"'Cursed is he who sets light by his father or his mother.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'"

— Deuteronomy 27:16, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 27 — Context

13

These shall stand on Mount Ebal for the curse: Reuben, Gad, and Asher, and Zebulun, Dan, and Naphtali.

14

The Levites shall answer, and tell all the men of Israel with a loud voice,

15

'Cursed is the man who makes an engraved or molten image, an abomination to Yahweh, the work of the hands of the craftsman, and sets it up in secret.' All the people shall answer and say, 'Amen.'

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'Cursed is he who sets light by his father or his mother.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'

17

'Cursed is he who removes his neighbor's landmark.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'

18

'Cursed is he who makes the blind to wander out of the way.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'

19

'Cursed is he who wrests the justice [due] to the foreigner, fatherless, and widow.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'

Deuteronomy 27:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 27:16 say?
Deuteronomy 27:16 in the World English Bible reads: “'Cursed is he who sets light by his father or his mother.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'”
Where is Deuteronomy 27:16 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 27:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 27, verse 16.
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 27:16.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 27:16 in?
Deuteronomy 27:16 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 27:16?
Deuteronomy 27:16 reads (WEB): “'Cursed is he who sets light by his father or his mother.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'” 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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