Deuteronomy 31:27 nasb — "For I know your rebellion and your stubbornness; behold, while I am still alive with you today, you have been rebellio…

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""For I know your rebellion and your stubbornness; behold, while I am still alive with you today, you have been rebellious against the LORD; how much more, then, after my death?"

— Deuteronomy 31:27, NASB

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“For I know thy rebellion, and thy stiff neck: behold, while I am yet alive with you this day, ye have been rebellious against the Lord; and how much more after my death?”
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“for I know about your rebellion and stubbornness. Indeed, even while I have been living among you to this very day, you have rebelled against the LORD; you will be even more rebellious after my death!”
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Deuteronomy 31 — Context

It came about, when Moses finished writing the words of this law in a book until they were complete,

that Moses commanded the Levites who carried the ark of the covenant of the LORD, saying,

"Take this book of the law and place it beside the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God, that it may remain there as a witness against you.

"For I know your rebellion and your stubbornness; behold, while I am still alive with you today, you have been rebellious against the LORD; how much more, then, after my death?

"Assemble to me all the elders of your tribes and your officers, that I may speak these words in their hearing and call the heavens and the earth to witness against them.

"For I know that after my death you will act corruptly and turn from the way which I have commanded you; and evil will befall you in the latter days, for you will do that which is evil in the sight of the LORD, provoking Him to anger with the work of your hands."

Then Moses spoke in the hearing of all the assembly of Israel the words of this song, until they were complete:

Deuteronomy 31:27 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 31:27 say?

Deuteronomy 31:27 in the NASB reads: “"For I know your rebellion and your stubbornness; behold, while I am still alive with you today, you have been rebellious against the LORD; how much more, then, after my death?”

Where is Deuteronomy 31:27 in the Bible?

Deuteronomy 31:27 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 31, verse 27.

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 31:27.

What translation should I read Deuteronomy 31:27 in?

Deuteronomy 31:27 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 31:27?

Deuteronomy 31:27 reads (NASB): “"For I know your rebellion and your stubbornness; behold, while I am still alive with you today, you have been rebellious against the LORD; how much more, then, after my death?” 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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