Deuteronomy 6:20 web — When your son asks you in time to come, saying, "What do the testimonies, the statutes, and the ordinances, which Yahwe…

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

— Deuteronomy 6:20, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 6 — Context

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You shall diligently keep the commandments of Yahweh your God, and his testimonies, and his statutes, which he has commanded you.

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

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to thrust out all your enemies from before you, as Yahweh has spoken.

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

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then you shall tell your son, "We were Pharaoh's bondservants in Egypt: and Yahweh brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand;

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and Yahweh showed great and awesome signs and wonders on Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his house, before our eyes;

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and he brought us out from there, that he might bring us in, to give us the land which he swore to our fathers.

Deuteronomy 6:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 6:20 say?
Deuteronomy 6:20 in the World English Bible reads: “When your son asks you in time to come, saying, "What do the testimonies, the statutes, and the ordinances, which Yahweh our God has commanded you mean?"”
Where is Deuteronomy 6:20 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 6:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 6, verse 20.
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 6:20.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 6:20 in?
Deuteronomy 6:20 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 6:20?
Deuteronomy 6:20 reads (WEB): “When your son asks you in time to come, saying, "What do the testimonies, the statutes, and the ordinances, which Yahweh our God has commanded you mean?"” 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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