Deuteronomy 30:11 kjv — For this commandment which I command thee this day, it is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off.

King James Version

"For this commandment which I command thee this day, it is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off."

— Deuteronomy 30:11, King James Version

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Deuteronomy 30 — Context

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And thou shalt return and obey the voice of the Lord, and do all his commandments which I command thee this day.

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And the Lord thy God will make thee plenteous in every work of thine hand, in the fruit of thy body, and in the fruit of thy cattle, and in the fruit of thy land, for good: for the Lord will again rejoice over thee for good, as he rejoiced over thy fathers:

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If thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to keep his commandments and his statutes which are written in this book of the law, and if thou turn unto the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul.

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For this commandment which I command thee this day, it is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off.

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It is not in heaven, that thou shouldest say, Who shall go up for us to heaven, and bring it unto us, that we may hear it, and do it?

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Neither is it beyond the sea, that thou shouldest say, Who shall go over the sea for us, and bring it unto us, that we may hear it, and do it?

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But the word is very nigh unto thee, in thy mouth, and in thy heart, that thou mayest do it.

Deuteronomy 30:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 30:11 say?
Deuteronomy 30:11 in the King James Version reads: “For this commandment which I command thee this day, it is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off.”
Where is Deuteronomy 30:11 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 30:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 30, verse 11.
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 30:11.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 30:11 in?
Deuteronomy 30:11 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 30:11?
Deuteronomy 30:11 reads (KJV): “For this commandment which I command thee this day, it is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off.” 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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