Deuteronomy 28:47 cpdv — Because you did not serve the Lord your God, with gladness and a joyful heart, over the abundance of all things.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Because you did not serve the Lord your God, with gladness and a joyful heart, over the abundance of all things. "

— Deuteronomy 28:47, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 28 — Context

44

He will lend to you, and you will not lend to him. He will be as the head, and you will be as the tail.

45

And all these curses shall come to you, and shall pursue you, and shall take hold of you, until you pass away, because you would not listen to the voice of the Lord your God, and you would not serve his commandments and ceremonies, which he has instructed to you.

46

And there will be the signs and portents with you, and with your offspring, forever.

47

Because you did not serve the Lord your God, with gladness and a joyful heart, over the abundance of all things.

48

You will serve your enemy, whom the Lord will send to you, in hunger and thirst and nakedness, and in destitution of all things. And he will place an iron yoke upon your neck, until he has crushed you.

49

The Lord will lead over you a nation from far away, even from the furthest parts of the earth, like an eagle flying with great force, whose language you are not able to understand:

50

a very insolent nation, which will show no deference to elders, nor take pity on little ones.

Deuteronomy 28:47 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 28:47 say?
Deuteronomy 28:47 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Because you did not serve the Lord your God, with gladness and a joyful heart, over the abundance of all things. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 28:47 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 28:47 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 28, verse 47.
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 28:47.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 28:47 in?
Deuteronomy 28:47 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 28:47?
Deuteronomy 28:47 reads (CPDV): “Because you did not serve the Lord your God, with gladness and a joyful heart, over the abundance of all things. ” 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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