Deuteronomy 4:5 net — Look! I have taught you statutes and ordinances just as the LORD my God told me to do, so that you might carry them out…

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"Look! I have taught you statutes and ordinances just as the LORD my God told me to do, so that you might carry them out in the land you are about to enter and possess."

— Deuteronomy 4:5, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 4 — Context

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Do not add a thing to what I command you nor subtract from it, so that you may keep the commandments of the LORD your God that I am delivering to you.

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You have witnessed what the LORD did at Baal Peor, how he eradicated from your midst everyone who followed Baal Peor.

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But you who remained faithful to the LORD your God are still alive to this very day, every one of you.

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Look! I have taught you statutes and ordinances just as the LORD my God told me to do, so that you might carry them out in the land you are about to enter and possess.

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So be sure to do them, because this will testify of your wise understanding to the people who will learn of all these statutes and say,“Indeed, this great nation is a very wise people.”

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In fact, what other great nation has a god so near to them like the LORD our God whenever we call on him?

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

Deuteronomy 4:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 4:5 say?
Deuteronomy 4:5 in the NET Bible reads: “Look! I have taught you statutes and ordinances just as the LORD my God told me to do, so that you might carry them out in the land you are about to enter and possess.”
Where is Deuteronomy 4:5 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 4:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 4, verse 5.
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 4:5.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 4:5 in?
Deuteronomy 4:5 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 4:5?
Deuteronomy 4:5 reads (NET): “Look! I have taught you statutes and ordinances just as the LORD my God told me to do, so that you might carry them out in the land you are about to enter and possess.” 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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