Deuteronomy 28:58 nasb — "If you are not careful to observe all the words of this law which are written in this book, to fear this honored and a…

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""If you are not careful to observe all the words of this law which are written in this book, to fear this honored and awesome name, the LORD your God,"

— Deuteronomy 28:58, NASB

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Deuteronomy 28 — Context

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so that he will not give even one of them any of the flesh of his children which he will eat, since he has nothing else left, during the siege and the distress by which your enemy will oppress you in all your towns.

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"The refined and delicate woman among you, who would not venture to set the sole of her foot on the ground for delicateness and refinement, shall be hostile toward the husband she cherishes and toward her son and daughter,

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and toward her afterbirth which issues from between her legs and toward her children whom she bears; for she will eat them secretly for lack of anything else, during the siege and the distress by which your enemy will oppress you in your towns.

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"If you are not careful to observe all the words of this law which are written in this book, to fear this honored and awesome name, the LORD your God,

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then the LORD will bring extraordinary plagues on you and your descendants, even severe and lasting plagues, and miserable and chronic sicknesses.

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"He will bring back on you all the diseases of Egypt of which you were afraid, and they will cling to you.

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"Also every sickness and every plague which, not written in the book of this law, the LORD will bring on you until you are destroyed.

Deuteronomy 28:58 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 28:58 say?
Deuteronomy 28:58 in the NASB reads: “"If you are not careful to observe all the words of this law which are written in this book, to fear this honored and awesome name, the LORD your God,”
Where is Deuteronomy 28:58 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 28:58 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 28, verse 58.
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 28:58.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 28:58 in?
Deuteronomy 28:58 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 28:58?
Deuteronomy 28:58 reads (NASB): “"If you are not careful to observe all the words of this law which are written in this book, to fear this honored and awesome name, the LORD your God,” 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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