Deuteronomy 25:16

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

For everyone who behaves dishonestly in regard to these things is detestable to the LORD your God.

American Standard Version (1901)

For all that do such things, even all that do unrighteously, are an abomination unto Jehovah thy God.

Bible in Basic English

For all who do such things, and all whose ways are not upright, are disgusting to the Lord your God.

Douay-Rheims 1899

For the Lord thy God abhorreth him that doth these things, and he hateth all injustice.

Free Bible Version

Anyone who doesn't do so and cheats like this offends the Lord your God.

Geneva Bible 1599

For all that doe such things, and all that doe vnrighteously, are abomination vnto the Lord thy God.

King James (Authorized) Version

For all that do such things, and all that do unrighteously, are an abomination unto the LORD thy God.

One Unity Resource Bible

For all who do such things, all who deal dishonestly, are an abomination to Adonai your God. (Maftir ·Conclusion·)

Translation for Translators

Yahweh hates all those who act dishonestly, and he will punish them.

Unlocked Literal Bible

For all who do such things, all that act unrighteously, are an abomination to Yahweh your God.

Noah Webster Bible

For all that do such things, and all that do unrighteously, are an abomination to the LORD thy God.

World English Bible

For all who do such things, all who do unrighteously, are an abomination to Yahweh your God.

Young's Literal Translation

for the abomination of Jehovah thy God [is] any one doing these things, any one doing iniquity.

Context

Standard Weights and Measures

¹⁵You must maintain accurate and honest weights and measures, so that you may live long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.¹⁶For everyone who behaves dishonestly in regard to these things is detestable to the LORD your God.

Summary

This verse condemns dishonesty and unfair practices, emphasizing the importance of integrity and righteousness in all dealings. It warns against using unjust measures or deceitful tactics to gain advantage over others, as such actions are detestable to the Lord. The verse underscores the value of honesty, justice, and respect for others in maintaining a harmonious and righteous society. By upholding these principles, individuals demonstrate their commitment to God's standards of righteousness and honor.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

For all that do such things,.... Keep, different weights and measures, and make use of them to defraud their neighbours in buying and selling: and all that do unrighteously; what is not just and right between man and man, in any other instance whatever: are an abomination unto the Lord thy God; both they and their actions; he is a righteous God, and loves righteousness, and hates injustice of every kind.