Deuteronomy 29:16 akjv — (For you know how we have dwelled in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which you passed by;

American King James Version

"(For you know how we have dwelled in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which you passed by; "

— Deuteronomy 29:16, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 29 — Context

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That he may establish you to day for a people to himself, and that he may be to you a God, as he has said to you, and as he has sworn to your fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob.

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Neither with you only do I make this covenant and this oath;

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But with him that stands here with us this day before the LORD our God, and also with him that is not here with us this day:

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(For you know how we have dwelled in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which you passed by;

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And you have seen their abominations, and their idols, wood and stone, silver and gold, which were among them:)

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Lest there should be among you man, or woman, or family, or tribe, whose heart turns away this day from the LORD our God, to go and serve the gods of these nations; lest there should be among you a root that bears gall and wormwood;

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And it come to pass, when he hears the words of this curse, that he bless himself in his heart, saying, I shall have peace, though I walk in the imagination of my heart, to add drunkenness to thirst:

Deuteronomy 29:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 29:16 say?
Deuteronomy 29:16 in the American King James Version reads: “(For you know how we have dwelled in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which you passed by; ”
Where is Deuteronomy 29:16 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 29:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 29, verse 16.
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 29:16.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 29:16 in?
Deuteronomy 29:16 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 29:16?
Deuteronomy 29:16 reads (AKJV): “(For you know how we have dwelled in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which you passed by; ” 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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