Deuteronomy 4:11 akjv — And you came near and stood under the mountain; and the mountain burned with fire to the middle of heaven, with darknes…

American King James Version

"And you came near and stood under the mountain; and the mountain burned with fire to the middle of heaven, with darkness, clouds, and thick darkness. "

— Deuteronomy 4:11, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 4 — Context

8

And what nation is there so great, that has statutes and judgments so righteous as all this law, which I set before you this day?

9

Only take heed to yourself, and keep your soul diligently, lest you forget the things which your eyes have seen, and lest they depart from your heart all the days of your life: but teach them your sons, and your sons’ sons;

10

Specially the day that you stood before the LORD your God in Horeb, when the LORD said to me, Gather me the people together, and I will make them hear my words, that they may learn to fear me all the days that they shall live on the earth, and that they may teach their children.

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And you came near and stood under the mountain; and the mountain burned with fire to the middle of heaven, with darkness, clouds, and thick darkness.

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And the LORD spoke to you out of the middle of the fire: you heard the voice of the words, but saw no similitude; only you heard a voice.

13

And he declared to you his covenant, which he commanded you to perform, even ten commandments; and he wrote them on two tables of stone. ¶

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And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that you might do them in the land where you go over to possess it.

Deuteronomy 4:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 4:11 say?
Deuteronomy 4:11 in the American King James Version reads: “And you came near and stood under the mountain; and the mountain burned with fire to the middle of heaven, with darkness, clouds, and thick darkness. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 4:11 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 4:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 4, verse 11.
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 4:11.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 4:11 in?
Deuteronomy 4:11 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 4:11?
Deuteronomy 4:11 reads (AKJV): “And you came near and stood under the mountain; and the mountain burned with fire to the middle of heaven, with darkness, clouds, and thick darkness. ” 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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