Deuteronomy 31:2 net — He said to them,“Today I am a hundred and twenty years old. I am no longer able to get about, and the LORD has said to…

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"He said to them,“Today I am a hundred and twenty years old. I am no longer able to get about, and the LORD has said to me,‘You will not cross the Jordan.’"

— Deuteronomy 31:2, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 31 — Context

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Succession of Moses by Joshua Then Moses went and spoke these words to all Israel.

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He said to them,“Today I am a hundred and twenty years old. I am no longer able to get about, and the LORD has said to me,‘You will not cross the Jordan.’

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As for the LORD your God, he is about to cross over before you; he will destroy these nations before you and you will dispossess them. As for Joshua, he is about to cross before you just as the LORD has said.

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The LORD will do to them just what he did to Sihon and Og, the Amorite kings, and to their land, which he destroyed.

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The LORD will deliver them over to you and you will do to them according to the whole commandment I have given you.

Deuteronomy 31:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 31:2 say?
Deuteronomy 31:2 in the NET Bible reads: “He said to them,“Today I am a hundred and twenty years old. I am no longer able to get about, and the LORD has said to me,‘You will not cross the Jordan.’”
Where is Deuteronomy 31:2 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 31:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 31, verse 2.
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 31:2.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 31:2 in?
Deuteronomy 31:2 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 31:2?
Deuteronomy 31:2 reads (NET): “He said to them,“Today I am a hundred and twenty years old. I am no longer able to get about, and the LORD has said to me,‘You will not cross the Jordan.’” 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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