Deuteronomy 29:16 cpdv — For you know how we lived in the land of Egypt, and how we passed through the midst of nations. And when passing throug…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For you know how we lived in the land of Egypt, and how we passed through the midst of nations. And when passing through them, "

— Deuteronomy 29:16, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 29 — Context

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So shall he raise you up as a people to himself, and so shall he be your God, just as he has spoken to you, and just as he swore to your fathers: Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

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And I am not forming this covenant and confirm these oaths with you alone,

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but with all those who are present as well as those who are absent.

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For you know how we lived in the land of Egypt, and how we passed through the midst of nations. And when passing through them,

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you saw their abominations and filth, that is, their idols of wood and of stone, of silver and of gold, which they worshipped,

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so that there would not be among you man or woman, family or tribe, whose heart has been turned away this day from the Lord our God, so as to go and serve the gods of those nations. For then there would be among you a root springing forth gall and bitterness.

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And if he were to hear the words of this oath, he would bless himself in his own heart saying: ‘There will be peace for me, and I will walk in the depravity of my heart.’ And so, the one who is inebriated would consume the one who is thirsty.

Deuteronomy 29:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 29:16 say?
Deuteronomy 29:16 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For you know how we lived in the land of Egypt, and how we passed through the midst of nations. And when passing through them, ”
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 (CPDV): “For you know how we lived in the land of Egypt, and how we passed through the midst of nations. And when passing through them, ” 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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