Deuteronomy 32:33 cpdv — Their wine is the gall of snakes, and it is the incurable venom of asps.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Their wine is the gall of snakes, and it is the incurable venom of asps. "

— Deuteronomy 32:33, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 32 — Context

30

How is it that one pursues a thousand, and two chases ten thousand? Is it not because their God has sold them, and because the Lord has enclosed them?

31

For our God is not like their gods. And our enemies are judges.

32

Their vines are of the vines of Sodom, but from the suburbs of Gomorrah. Their grapes are the grapes of gall, and their grape clusters are most bitter.

33

Their wine is the gall of snakes, and it is the incurable venom of asps.

34

‘Have not these things been stored up with me, and sealed up amid my treasures?

35

Vengeance is mine, and I will repay them in due time, so that their foot may slip and fall. The day of perdition is near, and the time rushes to appear.’

36

The Lord will judge his people, and he will take pity on his servants. He will see that their hand has been weakened, and that those who have been enclosed have likewise failed, and that those who have been left behind have been consumed.

Deuteronomy 32:33 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 32:33 say?
Deuteronomy 32:33 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Their wine is the gall of snakes, and it is the incurable venom of asps. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 32:33 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 32:33 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 32, verse 33.
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 32:33.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 32:33 in?
Deuteronomy 32:33 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 32:33?
Deuteronomy 32:33 reads (CPDV): “Their wine is the gall of snakes, and it is the incurable venom of asps. ” 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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