Deuteronomy 6:17 nasb — "You should diligently keep the commandments of the LORD your God, and His testimonies and His statutes which He has co…

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""You should diligently keep the commandments of the LORD your God, and His testimonies and His statutes which He has commanded you."

— Deuteronomy 6:17, NASB

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Deuteronomy 6 — Context

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"You shall not follow other gods, any of the gods of the peoples who surround you,

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for the LORD your God in the midst of you is a jealous God; otherwise the anger of the LORD your God will be kindled against you, and He will wipe you off the face of the earth.

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"You shall not put the LORD your God to the test, as you tested Him at Massah.

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"You should diligently keep the commandments of the LORD your God, and His testimonies and His statutes which He has commanded you.

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"You shall do what is right and good in the sight of the LORD, that it may be well with you and that you may go in and possess the good land which the LORD swore to give your fathers,

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by driving out all your enemies from before you, as the LORD has spoken.

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"When your son asks you in time to come, saying, 'What do the testimonies and the statutes and the judgments mean which the LORD our God commanded you?'

Deuteronomy 6:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 6:17 say?
Deuteronomy 6:17 in the NASB reads: “"You should diligently keep the commandments of the LORD your God, and His testimonies and His statutes which He has commanded you.”
Where is Deuteronomy 6:17 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 6:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 6, verse 17.
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 6:17.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 6:17 in?
Deuteronomy 6:17 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 6:17?
Deuteronomy 6:17 reads (NASB): “"You should diligently keep the commandments of the LORD your God, and His testimonies and His statutes which He has commanded you.” 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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