Deuteronomy 4:33 cpdv — that a people would hear the voice of God, speaking from the midst of fire, just as you have heard it, and live,

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"that a people would hear the voice of God, speaking from the midst of fire, just as you have heard it, and live, "

— Deuteronomy 4:33, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 4 — Context

30

After all these things which have been foretold have found you, in the end time, you shall return to the Lord your God, and you will hear his voice.

31

For the Lord your God is a merciful God. He will not abandon you, nor will he entirely destroy you, nor will he forget the covenant, which he swore to your fathers.

32

Inquire concerning the days of antiquity, which were before you, from the day when God created man upon the earth, from one end of heaven to another, if anything similar has ever occurred, or whether any such thing has ever been known,

33

that a people would hear the voice of God, speaking from the midst of fire, just as you have heard it, and live,

34

whether God has acted so as to enter and take for himself a nation from the midst of the nations, by means of tests, signs, and wonders, by means of fighting, and a strong hand, and an outstretched arm, and terrible visions, in accord with all the things which the Lord your God has accomplished for you in Egypt, in the sight of your eyes.

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So may you know that the Lord himself is God, and there is no other beside him.

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He has caused you to hear his voice from heaven, so that he might teach you. And he showed you his exceedingly great fire on earth, and you heard his words from the midst of the fire.

Deuteronomy 4:33 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 4:33 say?
Deuteronomy 4:33 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “that a people would hear the voice of God, speaking from the midst of fire, just as you have heard it, and live, ”
Where is Deuteronomy 4:33 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 4:33 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 4, verse 33.
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 4:33.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 4:33 in?
Deuteronomy 4:33 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 4:33?
Deuteronomy 4:33 reads (CPDV): “that a people would hear the voice of God, speaking from the midst of fire, just as you have heard it, and live, ” 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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