Deuteronomy 5:5 web — (I stood between Yahweh and you at that time, to show you the word of Yahweh: for you were afraid because of the fire,…

World English Bible

"(I stood between Yahweh and you at that time, to show you the word of Yahweh: for you were afraid because of the fire, and didn't go up onto the mountain;) saying,"

— Deuteronomy 5:5, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 5 — Context

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Yahweh our God made a covenant with us in Horeb.

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Yahweh didn't make this covenant with our fathers, but with us, even us, who are all of us here alive this day.

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Yahweh spoke with you face to face on the mountain out of the midst of the fire,

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(I stood between Yahweh and you at that time, to show you the word of Yahweh: for you were afraid because of the fire, and didn't go up onto the mountain;) saying,

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"I am Yahweh your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage.

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"You shall have no other gods before me.

8

"You shall not make an engraved image for yourself, [nor] any likeness [of anything] that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is 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 World English Bible reads: “(I stood between Yahweh and you at that time, to show you the word of Yahweh: for you were afraid because of the fire, and didn't go up onto the mountain;) saying,”
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 (WEB): “(I stood between Yahweh and you at that time, to show you the word of Yahweh: for you were afraid because of the fire, and didn't go up onto the mountain;) saying,” 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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