Deuteronomy 32:50 net — You will die on the mountain that you ascend and join your deceased ancestors, just as Aaron your brother died on Mount…

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"You will die on the mountain that you ascend and join your deceased ancestors, just as Aaron your brother died on Mount Hor and joined his deceased ancestors,"

— Deuteronomy 32:50, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 32 — Context

47

For this is no idle word for you– it is your life! By this word you will live a long time in the land you are about to cross the Jordan to possess.”

48

Instructions about Moses’ Death Then the LORD said to Moses that same day,

49

“Go up to this Abarim hill country, to Mount Nebo(which is in the land of Moab opposite Jericho) and look at the land of Canaan that I am giving to the Israelites as a possession.

50

You will die on the mountain that you ascend and join your deceased ancestors, just as Aaron your brother died on Mount Hor and joined his deceased ancestors,

51

for both of you rebelled against me among the Israelites at the waters of Meribah Kadesh in the wilderness of Zin when you did not show me proper respect among the Israelites.

52

You will see the land before you, but you will not enter the land that I am giving to the Israelites.”

Deuteronomy 32:50 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 32:50 say?
Deuteronomy 32:50 in the NET Bible reads: “You will die on the mountain that you ascend and join your deceased ancestors, just as Aaron your brother died on Mount Hor and joined his deceased ancestors,”
Where is Deuteronomy 32:50 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 32:50 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 32, verse 50.
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 32:50.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 32:50 in?
Deuteronomy 32:50 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 32:50?
Deuteronomy 32:50 reads (NET): “You will die on the mountain that you ascend and join your deceased ancestors, just as Aaron your brother died on Mount Hor and joined his deceased ancestors,” 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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