Deuteronomy 4:23 net — Be on guard so that you do not forget the covenant of the LORD your God that he has made with you, and that you do not…

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"Be on guard so that you do not forget the covenant of the LORD your God that he has made with you, and that you do not make an image of any kind, just as he has forbidden you."

— Deuteronomy 4:23, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 4 — Context

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You, however, the LORD has selected and brought from Egypt, that iron-smelting furnace, to be his special people as you are today.

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But the LORD became angry with me because of you and vowed that I would never cross the Jordan nor enter the good land that he is about to give you.

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So I must die here in this land; I will not cross the Jordan. But you are going over and will possess that good land.

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Be on guard so that you do not forget the covenant of the LORD your God that he has made with you, and that you do not make an image of any kind, just as he has forbidden you.

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For the LORD your God is a consuming fire; he is a jealous God.

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Threat and Blessing following Covenant Disobedience After you have produced children and grandchildren and have been in the land a long time, if you become corrupt and make an image of any kind and do other evil things before the LORD your God that enrage him,

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I invoke heaven and earth as witnesses against you today that you will surely and swiftly be removed from the very land you are about to cross the Jordan to possess. You will not last long there because you will surely be annihilated.

Deuteronomy 4:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 4:23 say?
Deuteronomy 4:23 in the NET Bible reads: “Be on guard so that you do not forget the covenant of the LORD your God that he has made with you, and that you do not make an image of any kind, just as he has forbidden you.”
Where is Deuteronomy 4:23 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 4:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 4, verse 23.
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 4:23.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 4:23 in?
Deuteronomy 4:23 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 4:23?
Deuteronomy 4:23 reads (NET): “Be on guard so that you do not forget the covenant of the LORD your God that he has made with you, and that you do not make an image of any kind, just as he has forbidden you.” 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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