Deuteronomy 28:35 akjv — The LORD shall smite you in the knees, and in the legs, with a sore botch that cannot be healed, from the sole of your…

American King James Version

"The LORD shall smite you in the knees, and in the legs, with a sore botch that cannot be healed, from the sole of your foot to the top of your head. "

— Deuteronomy 28:35, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 28 — Context

32

Your sons and your daughters shall be given to another people, and your eyes shall look, and fail with longing for them all the day long; and there shall be no might in your hand.

33

The fruit of your land, and all your labors, shall a nation which you know not eat up; and you shall be only oppressed and crushed always:

34

So that you shall be mad for the sight of your eyes which you shall see.

35

The LORD shall smite you in the knees, and in the legs, with a sore botch that cannot be healed, from the sole of your foot to the top of your head.

36

The LORD shall bring you, and your king which you shall set over you, to a nation which neither you nor your fathers have known; and there shall you serve other gods, wood and stone.

37

And you shall become an astonishment, a proverb, and a byword, among all nations where the LORD shall lead you.

38

You shall carry much seed out into the field, and shall gather but little in; for the locust shall consume it.

Deuteronomy 28:35 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 28:35 say?
Deuteronomy 28:35 in the American King James Version reads: “The LORD shall smite you in the knees, and in the legs, with a sore botch that cannot be healed, from the sole of your foot to the top of your head. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 28:35 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 28:35 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 28, verse 35.
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 28:35.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 28:35 in?
Deuteronomy 28:35 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 28:35?
Deuteronomy 28:35 reads (AKJV): “The LORD shall smite you in the knees, and in the legs, with a sore botch that cannot be healed, from the sole of your foot to the top of your head. ” 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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