Deuteronomy 28:25 net — Curses by Defeat and Deportation“The LORD will allow you to be struck down before your enemies; you will attack them fr…

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"Curses by Defeat and Deportation“The LORD will allow you to be struck down before your enemies; you will attack them from one direction but flee from them in seven directions and will become an object of terror to all the kingdoms of the earth."

— Deuteronomy 28:25, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 28 — Context

22

He will afflict you with weakness, fever, inflammation, infection, sword, blight, and mildew; these will attack you until you perish.

23

The sky above your heads will be bronze and the earth beneath you iron.

24

The LORD will make the rain of your land powder and dust; it will come down on you from the sky until you are destroyed.

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Curses by Defeat and Deportation“The LORD will allow you to be struck down before your enemies; you will attack them from one direction but flee from them in seven directions and will become an object of terror to all the kingdoms of the earth.

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Your carcasses will be food for every bird of the sky and wild animal of the earth, and there will be no one to chase them off.

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The LORD will afflict you with the boils of Egypt and with tumors, eczema, and scabies, all of which cannot be healed.

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The LORD will also subject you to madness, blindness, and confusion of mind.

Deuteronomy 28:25 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 28:25 say?
Deuteronomy 28:25 in the NET Bible reads: “Curses by Defeat and Deportation“The LORD will allow you to be struck down before your enemies; you will attack them from one direction but flee from them in seven directions and will become an object of terror to all the kingdoms of the earth.”
Where is Deuteronomy 28:25 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 28:25 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 28, verse 25.
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 28:25.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 28:25 in?
Deuteronomy 28:25 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 28:25?
Deuteronomy 28:25 reads (NET): “Curses by Defeat and Deportation“The LORD will allow you to be struck down before your enemies; you will attack them from one direction but flee from them in seven directions and will become an object of terror to all the kingdoms of the earth.” 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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