Deuteronomy 29:9 nasb — "So keep the words of this covenant to do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.

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""So keep the words of this covenant to do them, that you may prosper in all that you do."

— Deuteronomy 29:9, NASB

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Deuteronomy 29 — Context

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"You have not eaten bread, nor have you drunk wine or strong drink, in order that you might know that I am the LORD your God.

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"When you reached this place, Sihon the king of Heshbon and Og the king of Bashan came out to meet us for battle, but we defeated them;

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and we took their land and gave it as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of the Manassites.

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"So keep the words of this covenant to do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.

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"You stand today, all of you, before the LORD your God: your chiefs, your tribes, your elders and your officers, even all the men of Israel,

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your little ones, your wives, and the alien who is within your camps, from the one who chops your wood to the one who draws your water,

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that you may enter into the covenant with the LORD your God, and into His oath which the LORD your God is making with you today,

Deuteronomy 29:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 29:9 say?
Deuteronomy 29:9 in the NASB reads: “"So keep the words of this covenant to do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.”
Where is Deuteronomy 29:9 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 29:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 29, verse 9.
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 29:9.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 29:9 in?
Deuteronomy 29:9 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 29:9?
Deuteronomy 29:9 reads (NASB): “"So keep the words of this covenant to do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.” 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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