Deuteronomy 5:5 cpdv — I was the mediator, for I was in the middle between the Lord and you, at that time, to announce his words to you. For y…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"I was the mediator, for I was in the middle between the Lord and you, at that time, to announce his words to you. For you were afraid of the fire, and so you did not ascend to the mountain. And he said: "

— Deuteronomy 5:5, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 5 — Context

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The Lord our God formed a covenant with us at Horeb.

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He did not make the covenant with our fathers, but with us, who are alive and in the present time.

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He spoke to us face to face on the mountain, from the midst of fire.

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I was the mediator, for I was in the middle between the Lord and you, at that time, to announce his words to you. For you were afraid of the fire, and so you did not ascend to the mountain. And he said:

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‘I am the Lord your God, who led you away from the land of Egypt, from the house of servitude.

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You shall not have strange gods in my sight.

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You shall not make for yourself a graven image, nor the likeness of anything, which is in heaven above, or on earth below, or which abides in the waters under the earth.

Deuteronomy 5:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 5:5 say?
Deuteronomy 5:5 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “I was the mediator, for I was in the middle between the Lord and you, at that time, to announce his words to you. For you were afraid of the fire, and so you did not ascend to the mountain. And he said: ”
Where is Deuteronomy 5:5 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 5:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 5, 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 5:5.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 5:5 in?
Deuteronomy 5:5 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 5:5?
Deuteronomy 5:5 reads (CPDV): “I was the mediator, for I was in the middle between the Lord and you, at that time, to announce his words to you. For you were afraid of the fire, and so you did not ascend to the mountain. And he said: ” 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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