Deuteronomy 31:18 bbe — Truly, my face will be turned away from them in that day, because of all the evil they have done in going after other g…

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"Truly, my face will be turned away from them in that day, because of all the evil they have done in going after other gods."

— Deuteronomy 31:18, Bible in Basic English

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Deuteronomy 31 — Context

15

And the Lord was seen in the Tent in a pillar of cloud resting by the door of the Tent.

16

And the Lord said to Moses, Now you are going to rest with your fathers; and this people will be false to me, uniting themselves to the strange gods of the land where they are going; they will be turned away from me and will not keep the agreement I have made with them.

17

In that day my wrath will be moved against them, and I will be turned away from them, veiling my face from them, and destruction will overtake them, and unnumbered evils and troubles will come on them; so that in that day they will say, Have not these evils come on us because our God is not with us?

18

Truly, my face will be turned away from them in that day, because of all the evil they have done in going after other gods.

19

Make then this song for yourselves, teaching it to the children of Israel: put it in their mouths, so that this song may be a witness for me against the children of Israel.

20

For when I have taken them into the land named in my oath to their fathers, a land flowing with milk and honey, and they have made themselves full of food and are fat, then they will be turned to other gods and will give them worship, no longer honouring me or keeping my agreement.

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Then when evils and troubles without number have overtaken them, this song will be a witness to them, for the words of it will be clear in the memories of their children: for I see the thoughts which are moving in their hearts even now, before I have taken them into the land of my oath.

Deuteronomy 31:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 31:18 say?
Deuteronomy 31:18 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Truly, my face will be turned away from them in that day, because of all the evil they have done in going after other gods.”
Where is Deuteronomy 31:18 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 31:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 31, verse 18.
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 31:18.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 31:18 in?
Deuteronomy 31:18 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 31:18?
Deuteronomy 31:18 reads (BBE): “Truly, my face will be turned away from them in that day, because of all the evil they have done in going after other gods.” 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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