Deuteronomy 30:4 cpdv — Even if you will have been scattered as far as the poles of the heavens, the Lord your God will retrieve you from there…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Even if you will have been scattered as far as the poles of the heavens, the Lord your God will retrieve you from there. "

— Deuteronomy 30:4, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 30 — Context

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“Now when all these things will have fallen over you, the blessing or the curse that I have set forth in your sight, and you will have been led to repentance in your heart among all the nations to which the Lord your God will have dispersed you,

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and when you will have returned to him, so as to obey his commandments, just as I have instructed you this day, with your sons, with your whole heart and with your whole soul,

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then the Lord your God will lead you away from your captivity, and he will take pity on you, and he will gather you again from all the nations to which he had dispersed you before.

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Even if you will have been scattered as far as the poles of the heavens, the Lord your God will retrieve you from there.

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And he will take you up and lead you into the land which your fathers had possessed, and you shall obtain it. And in blessing you, he will make you greater in number than your fathers ever were.

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The Lord your God will circumcise your heart, and the heart of your offspring, so that you may love the Lord your God with your entire heart and with your entire soul, so that you may be able to live.

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And he will turn all these curses upon your enemies, and upon those who hate and persecute you.

Deuteronomy 30:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 30:4 say?
Deuteronomy 30:4 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Even if you will have been scattered as far as the poles of the heavens, the Lord your God will retrieve you from there. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 30:4 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 30:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 30, verse 4.
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 30:4.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 30:4 in?
Deuteronomy 30:4 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 30:4?
Deuteronomy 30:4 reads (CPDV): “Even if you will have been scattered as far as the poles of the heavens, the Lord your God will retrieve you from there. ” 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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