Deuteronomy 33:2 cpdv — And he said: “The Lord went forth from Sinai, and he arose for us from Seir. He appeared from Mount Paran, and thousand…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And he said: “The Lord went forth from Sinai, and he arose for us from Seir. He appeared from Mount Paran, and thousands of holy ones were with him. The fiery law was in his right hand. "

— Deuteronomy 33:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 33 — Context

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This is the blessing, with which Moses, the man of God, blessed the sons of Israel before his death.

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And he said: “The Lord went forth from Sinai, and he arose for us from Seir. He appeared from Mount Paran, and thousands of holy ones were with him. The fiery law was in his right hand.

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He loved the people; all the holy ones are in his hand. And those who approach his feet shall receive from his doctrine.

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Moses instructed us in the law, the inheritance of the multitude of Jacob.

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The king shall have great righteousness, at the gathering of the princes of the people with the tribes of Israel.

Deuteronomy 33:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 33:2 say?
Deuteronomy 33:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And he said: “The Lord went forth from Sinai, and he arose for us from Seir. He appeared from Mount Paran, and thousands of holy ones were with him. The fiery law was in his right hand. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 33:2 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 33:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 33, verse 2.
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 33:2.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 33:2 in?
Deuteronomy 33:2 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 33:2?
Deuteronomy 33:2 reads (CPDV): “And he said: “The Lord went forth from Sinai, and he arose for us from Seir. He appeared from Mount Paran, and thousands of holy ones were with him. The fiery law was in his right hand. ” 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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