Deuteronomy 32:17 cpdv — They immolated to demons and not to God, to gods whom they did not know, who were new and recent arrivals, whom their f…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"They immolated to demons and not to God, to gods whom they did not know, who were new and recent arrivals, whom their fathers did not worship. "

— Deuteronomy 32:17, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 32 — Context

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butter from the herd, and milk from the sheep, with fat from the lambs, and with rams and goats from the sons of Bashan, with the kernel of the wheat, and so that he might drink the undiluted blood of the grape.

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The beloved grew fat, and he kicked. Having grown fat and thick and wide, he abandoned God, his Maker, and he withdrew from God, his Savior.

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They provoked him with strange gods, and they stirred him to anger by their abominations.

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They immolated to demons and not to God, to gods whom they did not know, who were new and recent arrivals, whom their fathers did not worship.

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You have forsaken the God who conceived you, and you have forgotten the Lord who created you.

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The Lord saw, and he was stirred to anger. For his own sons and daughters provoked him.

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And he said: ‘I will hide my face from them, and I will consider their very end. For this is a perverse generation, and they are unfaithful sons.

Deuteronomy 32:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 32:17 say?
Deuteronomy 32:17 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “They immolated to demons and not to God, to gods whom they did not know, who were new and recent arrivals, whom their fathers did not worship. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 32:17 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 32:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 32, verse 17.
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 32:17.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 32:17 in?
Deuteronomy 32:17 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 32:17?
Deuteronomy 32:17 reads (CPDV): “They immolated to demons and not to God, to gods whom they did not know, who were new and recent arrivals, whom their fathers did not worship. ” 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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