Deuteronomy 3:19 nasb — 'But your wives and your little ones and your livestock (I know that you have much livestock) shall remain in your citi…

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"'But your wives and your little ones and your livestock (I know that you have much livestock) shall remain in your cities which I have given you,"

— Deuteronomy 3:19, NASB

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Deuteronomy 3 — Context

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"To the Reubenites and to the Gadites I gave from Gilead even as far as the valley of Arnon, the middle of the valley as a border and as far as the river Jabbok, the border of the sons of Ammon;

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the Arabah also, with the Jordan as a border, from Chinnereth even as far as the sea of the Arabah, the Salt Sea, at the foot of the slopes of Pisgah on the east.

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"Then I commanded you at that time, saying, 'The LORD your God has given you this land to possess it; all you valiant men shall cross over armed before your brothers, the sons of Israel.

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'But your wives and your little ones and your livestock (I know that you have much livestock) shall remain in your cities which I have given you,

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until the LORD gives rest to your fellow countrymen as to you, and they also possess the land which the LORD your God will give them beyond the Jordan. Then you may return every man to his possession which I have given you.'

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"I commanded Joshua at that time, saying, 'Your eyes have seen all that the LORD your God has done to these two kings; so the LORD shall do to all the kingdoms into which you are about to cross.

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'Do not fear them, for the LORD your God is the one fighting for you.'

Deuteronomy 3:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 3:19 say?
Deuteronomy 3:19 in the NASB reads: “'But your wives and your little ones and your livestock (I know that you have much livestock) shall remain in your cities which I have given you,”
Where is Deuteronomy 3:19 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 3:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 3, verse 19.
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 3:19.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 3:19 in?
Deuteronomy 3:19 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 3:19?
Deuteronomy 3:19 reads (NASB): “'But your wives and your little ones and your livestock (I know that you have much livestock) shall remain in your cities which I have given 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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