Deuteronomy 32:6 kjv — Do ye thus requite the Lord, O foolish people and unwise? is not he thy father that hath bought thee? hath he not made…

King James Version

"Do ye thus requite the Lord, O foolish people and unwise? is not he thy father that hath bought thee? hath he not made thee, and established thee?"

— Deuteronomy 32:6, King James Version

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Deuteronomy 32 — Context

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Because I will publish the name of the Lord: ascribe ye greatness unto our God.

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He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.

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They have corrupted themselves, their spot is not the spot of his children: they are a perverse and crooked generation.

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Do ye thus requite the Lord, O foolish people and unwise? is not he thy father that hath bought thee? hath he not made thee, and established thee?

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Remember the days of old, consider the years of many generations: ask thy father, and he will shew thee; thy elders, and they will tell thee.

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When the most High divided to the nations their inheritance, when he separated the sons of Adam, he set the bounds of the people according to the number of the children of Israel.

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For the Lord’s portion is his people; Jacob is the lot of his inheritance.

Deuteronomy 32:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 32:6 say?
Deuteronomy 32:6 in the King James Version reads: “Do ye thus requite the Lord, O foolish people and unwise? is not he thy father that hath bought thee? hath he not made thee, and established thee?”
Where is Deuteronomy 32:6 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 32:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 32, verse 6.
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 32:6.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 32:6 in?
Deuteronomy 32:6 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 32:6?
Deuteronomy 32:6 reads (KJV): “Do ye thus requite the Lord, O foolish people and unwise? is not he thy father that hath bought thee? hath he not made thee, and established thee?” 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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