Deuteronomy 28:3
Deuteronomy 28:3 in Multiple Translations
You will be blessed in the city and blessed in the country.
Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field.
Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field.
A blessing will be on you in the town, and a blessing in the field.
You will be blessed when you're in the town; you will be blessed when you're in the countryside.
Blessed shalt thou be in the citie, and blessed also in the fielde.
'Blessed [art] thou in the city, and blessed [art] thou in the field.
You shall be blessed in the city, and you shall be blessed in the field.
Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field.
Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed in the field.
He will bless everything that you do when you are in the cities and he will bless everything that you do when you are working in the fields.
Berean Amplified Bible — Deuteronomy 28:3
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Deuteronomy 28:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בָּר֥וּךְ
אַתָּ֖ה
בָּ/עִ֑יר
וּ/בָר֥וּךְ
אַתָּ֖ה
בַּ/שָּׂדֶֽה
בָּר֥וּךְ
bârak
H1288
to bless
V-Qal-Inf-c
אַתָּ֖ה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Pron
בָּ/עִ֑יר
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
Prep | N-fs
וּ/בָר֥וּךְ
bârak
H1288
to bless
Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
אַתָּ֖ה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Pron
בַּ/שָּׂדֶֽה
sâdeh
H7704
field
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 28:3
בָּר֥וּךְ
bârak
H1288
"to bless"
V-Qal-Inf-c
To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.
Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.
אַתָּ֖ה
ʼattâh
H859
"you(m.s.)"
Pron
You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.
Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)
Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.
בָּ/עִ֑יר
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
Prep | N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
וּ/בָר֥וּךְ
bârak
H1288
"to bless"
Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.
Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.
אַתָּ֖ה
ʼattâh
H859
"you(m.s.)"
Pron
You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.
Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)
Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.
בַּ/שָּׂדֶֽה
sâdeh
H7704
"field"
Prep | N-ms
A field or land is what this word represents, often referring to a flat area of land used for cultivation or as a habitat for wild animals, as described in the book of Genesis. It can also mean a plain or a country, as opposed to a mountain or sea. This term is used in the story of Ruth and Boaz.
Definition: 1) field, land 1a) cultivated field 1b) of home of wild beasts 1c) plain (opposed to mountain) 1d) land (opposed to sea)
Usage: Occurs in 309 OT verses. KJV: country, field, ground, land, soil, [idiom] wild. See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 28:38; Nehemiah 12:29.
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 28:3
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- Context
- Cross References
- Deuteronomy 28:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 28:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 28:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 28:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 28:3
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 28:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 28:3
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 28:3
Context — The Blessings of Obedience
1“Now if you faithfully obey the voice of the LORD your God and are careful to follow all His commandments I am giving you today, the LORD your God will set you high above all the nations of the earth.
2And all these blessings will come upon you and overtake you, if you will obey the voice of the LORD your God:
3You will be blessed in the city and blessed in the country.
4The fruit of your womb will be blessed, as well as the produce of your land and the offspring of your livestock— the calves of your herds and the lambs of your flocks. 5Your basket and kneading bowl will be blessed.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 144:12–15 | Then our sons will be like plants nurtured in their youth, our daughters like corner pillars carved to adorn a palace. Our storehouses will be full, supplying all manner of produce; our flocks will bring forth thousands, tens of thousands in our fields. Our oxen will bear great loads. There will be no breach in the walls, no going into captivity, and no cry of lament in our streets. Blessed are the people of whom this is so; blessed are the people whose God is the LORD. |
| 2 | Genesis 39:5 | From the time that he put Joseph in charge of his household and all he owned, the LORD blessed the Egyptian’s household on account of him. The LORD’s blessing was on everything he owned, both in his house and in his field. |
| 3 | Haggai 2:19 | Is there still seed in the barn? The vine, the fig, the pomegranate, and the olive tree have not yet yielded fruit. But from this day on, I will bless you.” |
| 4 | Psalms 107:36–37 | He causes the hungry to settle there, that they may establish a city in which to dwell. They sow fields and plant vineyards that yield a fruitful harvest. |
| 5 | Genesis 26:12 | Now Isaac sowed seed in the land, and that very year he reaped a hundredfold. And the LORD blessed him, |
| 6 | Isaiah 65:21–23 | They will build houses and dwell in them; they will plant vineyards and eat their fruit. No longer will they build houses for others to inhabit, nor plant for others to eat. For as is the lifetime of a tree, so will be the days of My people, and My chosen ones will fully enjoy the work of their hands. They will not labor in vain or bear children doomed to disaster; for they will be a people blessed by the LORD— they and their descendants with them. |
| 7 | Amos 9:13–14 | “Behold, the days are coming,” declares the LORD, “when the plowman will overtake the reaper and the treader of grapes, the sower of seed. The mountains will drip with sweet wine, with which all the hills will flow. I will restore My people Israel from captivity; they will rebuild and inhabit the ruined cities. They will plant vineyards and drink their wine; they will make gardens and eat their fruit. |
| 8 | Psalms 128:1–5 | Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in His ways! For when you eat the fruit of your labor, blessings and prosperity will be yours. Your wife will be like a fruitful vine flourishing within your house, your sons like olive shoots sitting around your table. In this way indeed shall blessing come to the man who fears the LORD. May the LORD bless you from Zion, that you may see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life, |
| 9 | Malachi 3:10–11 | Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure. I will rebuke the devourer for you, so that it will not destroy the fruits of your land, and the vine in your field will not fail to produce fruit,” says the LORD of Hosts. |
| 10 | Zechariah 8:3–5 | This is what the LORD says: “I will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem. Then Jerusalem will be called the City of Truth, and the mountain of the LORD of Hosts will be called the Holy Mountain.” This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Old men and old women will again sit along the streets of Jerusalem, each with a staff in hand because of great age. And the streets of the city will be filled with boys and girls playing there.” |
Deuteronomy 28:3 Summary
This verse, Deuteronomy 28:3, promises that if we obey God's commands, we will be blessed in all areas of our lives, whether we are in the city or in the country. This means that God will provide for us, protect us, and give us joy and peace, as seen in Psalm 23:1-4 and Philippians 4:19. To experience this blessing, we need to trust in God's goodness and obey His commands, just like it says in John 14:15 and 1 John 5:3. As we do, we can expect to see His favor and provision in our lives, and we can give thanks and praise to Him for His goodness, just like the Psalmist in Psalm 100:4-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be blessed in the city and in the country?
To be blessed in the city and in the country means that God's favor and goodness will be upon us in all aspects of our lives, whether we are in urban or rural settings, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:3, and is a result of obeying God's commandments as stated in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and supported by Psalm 37:3-4.
Is this blessing only for the Israelites or is it for all believers?
While Deuteronomy 28:3 was originally spoken to the Israelites, the principle of blessing for obedience is applicable to all believers, as seen in Jeremiah 29:13 and Matthew 5:3-12, where we are called to obey God's commands and trust in His goodness.
How do we experience this blessing in our daily lives?
We experience this blessing by trusting in God's goodness, obeying His commands, and seeking to honor Him in all we do, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Colossians 3:17, and as we do, we can expect to see His favor and provision in our lives, just as it is promised in Deuteronomy 28:3.
What is the relationship between obedience and blessing?
Obedience to God's commands is a key factor in experiencing His blessing, as stated in Deuteronomy 28:1-2, and is supported by other scriptures such as 1 Samuel 15:22 and John 14:15, where we see that our obedience is a demonstration of our love for God and our trust in His goodness.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate obedience to God's commands in my daily life, and how might this impact my experience of His blessing?
- How can I trust in God's goodness and provision, even when I am facing challenges or difficulties, and what scriptures can I turn to for encouragement?
- In what ways have I seen God's blessing in my life, and how can I give thanks and praise to Him for His goodness?
- What are some areas of my life where I feel like I am not experiencing God's blessing, and how can I seek to obey God's commands in those areas?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 28:3
Blessed [shalt] thou [be] in the city,.... Not only in the city of Jerusalem, where the temple would be built, and there be blessed with the service, worship, and ordinances of God, but in all other
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 28:3
Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field. In the city, and ... in the field - whether living in town or country, whether engaged in trade or agriculture.
Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 28:3
Deuteronomy 28:3 Blessed [shalt] thou [be] in the city, and blessed [shalt] thou [be] in the field.Ver. 3. Blessed shalt thou be.] What blessedness is,
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 28:3
Verse 3. In the city] In all civil employments. In the field - in all agricultural pursuits.
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 28:3
1–14. The Blessings Parallels in Deuteronomy 7:12-24, Deuteronomy 11:13-15; Deuteronomy 11:22-25. On the assurance of material blessings as the consequence of obedience to the commandments of God see the word of Jesus, Matthew 6:33.
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 28:3
3-6. Blessed shall thou be — The manifold blessings in all the relations of life are expressed by six beatitudes.
Sermons on Deuteronomy 28:3
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Blessed in the Field by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the blessings found in the field, drawing parallels between the experiences of Isaac and Boaz, who both encountered God's presence and favor in their labor |
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02 the Holy Art of Training Children by Denny Kenaston | This sermon emphasizes the importance of training children in a godly way, highlighting the need for parents to step into their role with faith and dedication, trusting in God's ab |
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And the Lord Was With Joseph - Part 1 by Steve Mays | In this sermon, the preacher shares the story of Joseph from the Bible as an example of how God can use difficult circumstances to shape and prepare us for His purposes. Joseph, wh |
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Are You All In? - Haggai Part 2 by Francis Chan | This sermon emphasizes the importance of wholehearted commitment to God, using examples of individuals who turned their lives around to follow Him completely. It challenges listene |
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Sculpturing the Souls of Our Children by Emanuel Esh | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of sculpturing the souls of our children. He uses the analogy of a sculptor chiseling away at a rock to emphasize the need for |
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The Message of Haggai by G. Campbell Morgan | G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes the message of Haggai, addressing the perils faced by the people during adversity, including false contentment, discontent, expectation, and fear. He |
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Our Heavenly Inheritance by Bakht Singh | Bakht Singh preaches on the spiritual significance of the name 'Hebron' as seen in the life of Abraham. Despite God's clear command to leave his homeland for a promised blessing, A |