Deuteronomy 4:8 asv — And what great nation is there, that hath statutes and ordinances so righteous as all this law, which I set before you…

American Standard Version

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

— Deuteronomy 4:8, American Standard Version

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Deuteronomy 4 — Context

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Behold, I have taught you statutes and ordinances, even as Jehovah my God commanded me, that ye should do so in the midst of the land whither ye go in to possess it.

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Keep therefore and do them; for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the peoples, that shall hear all these statutes, and say, Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.

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For what great nation is there, that hath a god so nigh unto them, as Jehovah our God is whensoever we call upon him?

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

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Only take heed to thyself, and keep thy soul diligently, lest thou forget the things which thine eyes saw, and lest they depart from thy heart all the days of thy life; but make them known unto thy children and thy children’s children;

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the day that thou stoodest before Jehovah thy God in Horeb, when Jehovah said unto me, Assemble me the people, and I will make them hear my words, that they may learn to fear me all the days that they live upon the earth, and that they may teach their children.

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And ye came near and stood under the mountain; and the mountain burned with fire unto the heart of heaven, with darkness, cloud, and thick darkness.

Deuteronomy 4:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 4:8 say?
Deuteronomy 4:8 in the American Standard Version reads: “And what great nation is there, that hath statutes and ordinances so righteous as all this law, which I set before you this day? ”
Where is Deuteronomy 4:8 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 4:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 4, verse 8.
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 4:8.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 4:8 in?
Deuteronomy 4:8 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 4:8?
Deuteronomy 4:8 reads (ASV): “And what great nation is there, that hath statutes and ordinances so righteous as all this law, which I set before you this day? ” 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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