Deuteronomy 7:23 asv — But Jehovah thy God will deliver them up before thee, and will discomfit them with a great discomfiture, until they be…

American Standard Version

"But Jehovah thy God will deliver them up before thee, and will discomfit them with a great discomfiture, until they be destroyed. "

— Deuteronomy 7:23, American Standard Version

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Deuteronomy 7 — Context

20

Moreover Jehovah thy God will send the hornet among them, until they that are left, and hide themselves, perish from before thee.

21

Thou shalt not be affrighted at them; for Jehovah thy God is in the midst of thee, a great God and a terrible.

22

And Jehovah thy God will cast out those nations before thee by little and little: thou mayest not consume them at once, lest the beasts of the field increase upon thee.

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But Jehovah thy God will deliver them up before thee, and will discomfit them with a great discomfiture, until they be destroyed.

24

And he will deliver their kings into thy hand, and thou shalt make their name to perish from under heaven: there shall no man be able to stand before thee, until thou have destroyed them.

25

The graven images of their gods shall ye burn with fire: thou shalt not covet the silver or the gold that is on them, nor take it unto thee, lest thou be snared therein; for it is an abomination to Jehovah thy God.

26

And thou shalt not bring an abomination into thy house, and become a devoted thing like unto it: thou shalt utterly detest it, and thou shalt utterly abhor it; for it is a devoted thing.

Deuteronomy 7:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 7:23 say?
Deuteronomy 7:23 in the American Standard Version reads: “But Jehovah thy God will deliver them up before thee, and will discomfit them with a great discomfiture, until they be destroyed. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 7:23 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 7:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 7, verse 23.
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 7:23.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 7:23 in?
Deuteronomy 7:23 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 7:23?
Deuteronomy 7:23 reads (ASV): “But Jehovah thy God will deliver them up before thee, and will discomfit them with a great discomfiture, until they be destroyed. ” 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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