Deuteronomy 27:8
Deuteronomy 27:8 in Multiple Translations
And you shall write distinctly upon these stones all the words of this law.”
And thou shalt write upon the stones all the words of this law very plainly.
And thou shalt write upon the stones all the words of this law very plainly.
And put on the stones all the words of this law, writing them very clearly.
Write all these laws clearly on the stones.
And thou shalt write vpon the stones al the words of this Law, well and plainely.
and written on the stones all the words of this law, well engraved.'
You shall write on the stones all the words of this law very plainly.”
And thou shalt write upon the stones all the words of this law, very plainly.
And thou shalt write upon the stones all the words of this law plainly and clearly,
And, when you write these laws on those stones, you must write them very clearly.”
Berean Amplified Bible — Deuteronomy 27:8
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Deuteronomy 27:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/כָתַבְתָּ֣
עַל
הָ/אֲבָנִ֗ים
אֶֽת
כָּל
דִּבְרֵ֛י
הַ/תּוֹרָ֥ה
הַ/זֹּ֖את
בַּאֵ֥ר
הֵיטֵֽב
וְ/כָתַבְתָּ֣
kâthab
H3789
to write
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הָ/אֲבָנִ֗ים
ʼeben
H68
stone
Art | N-fp
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
דִּבְרֵ֛י
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-mp
הַ/תּוֹרָ֥ה
tôwrâh
H8451
instruction
Art | N-fs
הַ/זֹּ֖את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Art | Pron
בַּאֵ֥ר
bâʼar
H874
to make plain
V-Piel-Ptc
הֵיטֵֽב
yâṭab
H3190
be good
V-Hiphil-Ptc
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 27:8
וְ/כָתַבְתָּ֣
kâthab
H3789
"to write"
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
To write or record something, including inscribing or engraving. It is used in various contexts, such as writing down a decree or subscribing to an agreement. This word is about putting thoughts or ideas into written form.
Definition: 1) to write, record, enrol 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to write, inscribe, engrave, write in, write on 1a2) to write down, describe in writing 1a3) to register, enrol, record 1a4) to decree 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be written 1b2) to be written down, be recorded, be enrolled 1c) (Piel) to continue writing Aramaic equivalent: ke.tav (כְּתַב "to write" H3790)
Usage: Occurs in 212 OT verses. KJV: describe, record, prescribe, subscribe, write(-ing, -ten). See also: Exodus 17:14; 1 Chronicles 9:1; Psalms 40:8.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הָ/אֲבָנִ֗ים
ʼeben
H68
"stone"
Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a stone, which could be a rock, a weight, or even a precious gem. It is used to describe a variety of objects, from building materials to hailstones. The KJV translates it as stone or weight.
Definition: : weight 1) stone (large or small) 1a) common stone (in natural state) 1b) stone, as material 1b1) of tablets 1b2) marble, hewn stones 1c) precious stones, stones of fire 1d) stones containing metal (ore), tool for work or weapon 1e) weight 1f) plummet (stones of destruction) also made of metal 1g) stonelike objects, eg hailstones, stony heart, ice 1h) sacred object, as memorial Samuel set up to mark where God helped Israel to defeat the Philistines 1i) (simile) 1i1) sinking in water, motionlessness 1i2) strength, firmness, solidity 1i3) commonness 1j) (metaph) 1j1) petrified with terror 1j2) perverse, hard heart
Usage: Occurs in 239 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carbuncle, [phrase] mason, [phrase] plummet, (chalk-, hail-, head-, sling-) stone(-ny), (divers) weight(-s). See also: Genesis 2:12; 1 Samuel 6:15; Psalms 91:12.
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
דִּבְרֵ֛י
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-mp
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
הַ/תּוֹרָ֥ה
tôwrâh
H8451
"instruction"
Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for instruction or law, referring to the Ten Commandments or the first five books of the Bible, guiding human behavior and moral code.
Definition: 1) law, direction, instruction 1a) instruction, direction (human or divine) 1a1) body of prophetic teaching 1a2) instruction in Messianic age 1a3) body of priestly direction or instruction 1a4) body of legal directives 1b) law 1b1) law of the burnt offering 1b2) of special law, codes of law 1c) custom, manner 1d) the Deuteronomic or Mosaic Law
Usage: Occurs in 213 OT verses. KJV: law. See also: Genesis 26:5; Nehemiah 8:7; Psalms 1:2.
הַ/זֹּ֖את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Art | Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
בַּאֵ֥ר
bâʼar
H874
"to make plain"
V-Piel-Ptc
To make something clear or explain it is what this word means. It can also refer to digging or engraving, like writing on a tablet.
Definition: 1) (Piel) 1a) to make plain, distinct 1b) to make clear 1c) to declare 1d) letters on a tablet
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: declare, (make) plain(-ly). See also: Deuteronomy 1:5; Deuteronomy 27:8; Habakkuk 2:2.
הֵיטֵֽב
yâṭab
H3190
"be good"
V-Hiphil-Ptc
To be good means to be pleasing or joyful, making something or someone sound, beautiful, or happy. It is used in various forms, including being glad, doing well, or being content. It appears in many books, including Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to be good, be pleasing, be well, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be glad, be joyful 1a2) to be well placed 1a3) to be well for, be well with, go well with 1a4) to be pleasing, be pleasing to 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to make glad, rejoice 1b2) to do good to, deal well with 1b3) to do well, do thoroughly 1b4) to make a thing good or right or beautiful 1b5) to do well, do right
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: be accepted, amend, use aright, benefit, be (make) better, seem best, make cheerful, be comely, [phrase] be content, diligent(-ly), dress, earnestly, find favour, give, be glad, do (be, make) good(-ness), be (make) merry, please ([phrase] well), shew more (kindness), skilfully, [idiom] very small, surely, make sweet, thoroughly, tire, trim, very, be (can, deal, entreat, go, have) well (said, seen). See also: Genesis 4:7; 2 Samuel 3:36; Psalms 33:3.
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 27:8
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- Deuteronomy 27:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 27:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 27:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 27:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 27:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 27:8
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 27:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 27:8
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 27:8
Context — The Altar on Mount Ebal
6You shall build the altar of the LORD your God with uncut stones and offer upon it burnt offerings to the LORD your God.
7There you are to sacrifice your peace offerings, eating them and rejoicing in the presence of the LORD your God.
8And you shall write distinctly upon these stones all the words of this law.”
9Then Moses and the Levitical priests spoke to all Israel: “Be silent, O Israel, and listen! This day you have become the people of the LORD your God. 10You shall therefore obey the voice of the LORD your God and follow His commandments and statutes I am giving you today.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Habakkuk 2:2 | Then the LORD answered me: “Write down this vision and clearly inscribe it on tablets, so that a herald may run with it. |
| 2 | John 16:25 | I have spoken these things to you in figures of speech. An hour is coming when I will no longer speak to you this way, but will tell you plainly about the Father. |
| 3 | 2 Corinthians 3:12 | Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold. |
Deuteronomy 27:8 Summary
[This verse is telling us that the Israelites were supposed to write down God's laws on some stones, so everyone could see and remember them. This is similar to how we might post reminders or notes in places we'll see them often, like on our refrigerators or mirrors. By writing down God's laws, the Israelites were making a public declaration of their commitment to follow Him, just like we do when we choose to obey God's commands in our own lives, as seen in Matthew 22:37-40 and Romans 13:8-10.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the Israelites instructed to write the law on stones?
The Israelites were instructed to write the law on stones as a visual reminder of God's covenant with them, as seen in Deuteronomy 27:8, and to serve as a witness to the surrounding nations, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 4:6 and Joshua 8:32.
What does it mean to write 'distinctly' on the stones?
Writing 'distinctly' on the stones, as stated in Deuteronomy 27:8, means to write clearly and legibly, so that the words of the law can be easily read and understood by all, much like the clarity of God's commands in Exodus 20:1-17 and Deuteronomy 5:6-21.
How does this verse relate to the concept of remembering God's law?
This verse emphasizes the importance of remembering and obeying God's law, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:11 and Psalm 119:55, by making it visible and accessible to all, thus serving as a reminder of God's expectations and promises to His people.
What is the significance of the stones in this context?
The stones in Deuteronomy 27:8 represent a physical manifestation of God's covenant with the Israelites, similar to the stone altar in Deuteronomy 27:6, and serve as a tangible reminder of their commitment to follow God's law, as seen in Joshua 24:26-27.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can make God's law more visible and accessible in my own life, just like the Israelites did with the stones?
- How can I ensure that I am remembering and obeying God's commands, rather than just going through the motions?
- What role does community play in remembering and obeying God's law, as seen in the Israelites' collective effort to write the law on the stones?
- In what ways can I use my surroundings and daily life to remind myself of God's expectations and promises, just like the stones served as a reminder to the Israelites?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 27:8
And thou shall write upon the stones all the words of this law,.... Not upon the stones of the altar, but upon the first stones brought to Mount Ebal, and set up there before, and on which the words
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 27:8
And thou shalt offer peace offerings, and shalt eat there, and rejoice before the LORD thy God. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 27:8
So as to be easily read by all.
Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 27:8
Deuteronomy 27:8 And thou shalt write upon the stones all the words of this law very plainly.Ver. 8. All the words of this law very plainly.] Therefore it could not be all Deuteronomy, much less all Moses’ s books, as some have thought; for what stones could suffice for such a work? Unless they could write as close, - but how then could it be very plainly? - as he did who set forth the whole history of our Saviour’ s passion very lively, both things, and acts, and persons, on the nails of his own hands, as Maeiolus reporteth. In Canicular. Colloq.
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 27:8
(8) Thou shalt write upon the stones all the words of this law—i.e., the ten commandments. All else in the Law of Moses is but an application of the Decalogue to a particular people under particular circumstances. (See Notes on Joshua 3, Joshua 8:32, for more upon the relation of the ten commandments to the conquest of Canaan.) Very plainly.—See on Deuteronomy 1:5. Rashi says, “In seventy (.e., in all) languages.” There is also an idea in the Talmud that when spoken from Sinai, the Law was spoken (or heard) in all languages at the same time. It is a strange refraction of the truth indicated at Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit was given. Men spake in every tongue the wonderful works of God. The foundation of Jerusalem has effects exactly opposite to the foundation of Babylon (Genesis 11).
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 27:8
8. the stones] Not the stones of the altar (6 f.), with which Joshua 8:30 f. has confused them. this law] Heb. Torah as in Deuteronomy 27:3. very plainly] Expressed in Heb. by two infinitives used adverbially. On that one of them which is rendered plainly, ba’er, see on Deuteronomy 1:5. The other, meaning thoroughly or exceedingly, occurs in Deuteronomy 9:21.
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 27:8
8. Write… this law very plainly — The requirement to write the words of the law upon the stones is repeated and emphasized.
Sermons on Deuteronomy 27:8
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Chapel of the Air - Interview With Dr. Orr (Part 2) by J. Edwin Orr | In this sermon, the speaker shares his experience of preaching and the impact it has had on people's lives. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and how it precedes revival, usin |
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(Dreams & Visions of a Godly Home) the Beautiful Influence of a Godly Home by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of raising children as disciples of Jesus Christ. The goal is to make children love, serve, and walk with Him. The speaker dra |
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(February 1987) 05 - the Just Live by Faith by Ray Lowe | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not drawing back from God's calling. He highlights that God is not pleased with those who draw back and lose faith. The pr |
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Revive Thy Work by David Legge | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the pattern found in the word of God, specifically in the books of Daniel, Hosea, and Joel. The speaker emphasizes the importance of faith and |
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A Time to Weep by Jason Robertson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by expressing his deep desire to weep for those who are on the path to destruction. He exhorts the congregation to go out and preach the gospel, |
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Kingdom Conscious Living by David Robertson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of having a vision in five areas of life. He emphasizes the need to understand God's intentions and His vision for our lives. T |
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Remember Your Word to Me by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of remembering God's promises and His word during difficult times, drawing parallels from the book of Habakkuk. He encourages believers to a |