Deuteronomy 4:11 net — You approached and stood at the foot of the mountain, a mountain ablaze to the sky above it and yet dark with a thick c…

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"You approached and stood at the foot of the mountain, a mountain ablaze to the sky above it and yet dark with a thick cloud."

— Deuteronomy 4:11, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 4 — Context

8

And what other great nation has statutes and ordinances as just as this whole law that I am about to share with you today?

9

Reminder of the Horeb Covenant Again, however, pay very careful attention, lest you forget the things you have seen and disregard them for the rest of your life; instead teach them to your children and grandchildren.

10

You stood before the LORD your God at Horeb and he said to me,“Assemble the people before me so that I can tell them my commands. Then they will learn to revere me all the days they live in the land, and they will instruct their children.”

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You approached and stood at the foot of the mountain, a mountain ablaze to the sky above it and yet dark with a thick cloud.

12

Then the LORD spoke to you from the middle of the fire; you heard speech but you could not see anything– only a voice was heard.

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And he revealed to you the covenant he has commanded you to keep, the ten commandments, writing them on two stone tablets.

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Moreover, at that same time the LORD commanded me to teach you statutes and ordinances for you to keep in the land which you are about to enter and possess.

Deuteronomy 4:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 4:11 say?
Deuteronomy 4:11 in the NET Bible reads: “You approached and stood at the foot of the mountain, a mountain ablaze to the sky above it and yet dark with a thick cloud.”
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 (NET): “You approached and stood at the foot of the mountain, a mountain ablaze to the sky above it and yet dark with a thick cloud.” 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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