Deuteronomy 5:5 nasb — while I was standing between the LORD and you at that time, to declare to you the word of the LORD; for you were afraid…

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"while I was standing between the LORD and you at that time, to declare to you the word of the LORD; for you were afraid because of the fire and did not go up the mountain. He said,"

— Deuteronomy 5:5, NASB

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Deuteronomy 5 — Context

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"The LORD our God made a covenant with us at Horeb.

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"The LORD did not make this covenant with our fathers, but with us, with all those of us alive here today.

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"The LORD spoke to you face to face at the mountain from the midst of the fire,

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while I was standing between the LORD and you at that time, to declare to you the word of the LORD; for you were afraid because of the fire and did not go up the mountain. He said,

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'I am the LORD your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery.

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'You shall have no other gods before Me.

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'You shall not make for yourself an idol, or any likeness of what is in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the water under the earth.

Deuteronomy 5:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 5:5 say?
Deuteronomy 5:5 in the NASB reads: “while I was standing between the LORD and you at that time, to declare to you the word of the LORD; for you were afraid because of the fire and did not go up the mountain. 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 (NASB): “while I was standing between the LORD and you at that time, to declare to you the word of the LORD; for you were afraid because of the fire and did not go up the mountain. 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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