Deuteronomy 28:60 net — He will infect you with all the diseases of Egypt that you dreaded, and they will persistently afflict you.

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"He will infect you with all the diseases of Egypt that you dreaded, and they will persistently afflict you."

— Deuteronomy 28:60, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 28 — Context

57

and will secretly eat her afterbirth and her newborn children(since she has nothing else), because of the severity of the siege by which your enemy will constrict you in your villages.

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The Curse of Covenant Termination“If you refuse to obey all the words of this law, the things written in this scroll, and refuse to fear this glorious and awesome name, the LORD your God,

59

then the LORD will increase your punishments and those of your descendants– great and long-lasting afflictions and severe, enduring illnesses.

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He will infect you with all the diseases of Egypt that you dreaded, and they will persistently afflict you.

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Moreover, the LORD will bring upon you every kind of sickness and plague not mentioned in this scroll of commandments, until you have perished.

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There will be very few of you left, though at one time you were as numerous as the stars in the sky, because you will have disobeyed the LORD your God.

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This is what will happen: Just as the LORD delighted to do good for you and make you numerous, he will take delight in destroying and decimating you. You will be uprooted from the land you are about to possess.

Deuteronomy 28:60 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 28:60 say?
Deuteronomy 28:60 in the NET Bible reads: “He will infect you with all the diseases of Egypt that you dreaded, and they will persistently afflict you.”
Where is Deuteronomy 28:60 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 28:60 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 28, verse 60.
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 28:60.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 28:60 in?
Deuteronomy 28:60 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 28:60?
Deuteronomy 28:60 reads (NET): “He will infect you with all the diseases of Egypt that you dreaded, and they will persistently afflict you.” 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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