Deuteronomy 29:16
Deuteronomy 29:16 in Multiple Translations
For you yourselves know how we lived in the land of Egypt and how we passed through the nations on the way here.
(For ye know how we have dwelt in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which ye passed by;
(for ye know how we dwelt in the land of Egypt, and how we came through the midst of the nations through which ye passed;
(For you have in mind how we were living in the land of Egypt; and how we came through all the nations which were on your way;
You know very well what it was like when we lived in the land of Egypt and our experiences as we passed through the nations on the way here.
For ye knowe, how we haue dwelt in the land of Egypt, and how we passed thorowe the middes of the nations, which ye passed by.
for ye have known how ye dwelt in the land of Egypt, and how we passed by through the midst of the nations which ye have passed by;
(for you know how we lived in the land of Egypt, and how we came through the middle of the nations through which you passed;
(For ye know how we have dwelt in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which ye passed by;
For you know how we dwelt in the land of Egypt, and how we have passed through the midst of nations, and passing through them,
“You remember the things that our ancestors suffered in Egypt, and how they traveled through the land that belonged to other nations after they came out of Egypt.
Berean Amplified Bible — Deuteronomy 29:16
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Deuteronomy 29:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/תִּרְאוּ֙
אֶת
שִׁקּ֣וּצֵי/הֶ֔ם
וְ/אֵ֖ת
גִּלֻּלֵי/הֶ֑ם
עֵ֣ץ
וָ/אֶ֔בֶן
כֶּ֥סֶף
וְ/זָהָ֖ב
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
עִמָּ/הֶֽם
וַ/תִּרְאוּ֙
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-2mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
שִׁקּ֣וּצֵי/הֶ֔ם
shiqqûwts
H8251
abomination
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
גִּלֻּלֵי/הֶ֑ם
gillûwl
H1544
idol
N-mp | Suff
עֵ֣ץ
ʻêts
H6086
tree
N-ms
וָ/אֶ֔בֶן
ʼeben
H68
stone
Conj | N-fs
כֶּ֥סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
N-ms
וְ/זָהָ֖ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
Conj | N-ms
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
עִמָּ/הֶֽם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 29:16
וַ/תִּרְאוּ֙
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-2mp
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
אֶת
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.
שִׁקּ֣וּצֵי/הֶ֔ם
shiqqûwts
H8251
"abomination"
N-mp | Suff
This word describes something disgusting or filthy, often referring to idol worship, as seen in Deuteronomy's warnings against false gods.
Definition: detestable thing or idol, abominable thing, abomination, idol, detested thing
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: abominable filth (idol, -ation), detestable (thing). See also: Deuteronomy 29:16; Ezekiel 7:20; Isaiah 66:3.
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
גִּלֻּלֵי/הֶ֑ם
gillûwl
H1544
"idol"
N-mp | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to an idol, which is an object worshipped as a god. It literally means a log or a round piece of wood, but it's used to describe false gods and idols in the Bible. It's often used in a negative sense to criticize idol worship.
Definition: idols
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: idol. See also: Leviticus 26:30; Ezekiel 18:12; Jeremiah 50:2.
עֵ֣ץ
ʻêts
H6086
"tree"
N-ms
This Hebrew word for tree or wood refers to a strong and firm object, like a tree or a wooden plank, as seen in the carpentry work of Jesus' earthly father Joseph in Matthew 13:55.
Definition: : wood 1) tree, wood, timber, stock, plank, stalk, stick, gallows 1a) tree, trees 1b) wood, pieces of wood, gallows, firewood, cedar-wood, woody flax
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carpenter, gallows, helve, [phrase] pine, plank, staff, stalk, stick, stock, timber, tree, wood. See also: Genesis 1:11; Joshua 9:23; Psalms 1:3.
וָ/אֶ֔בֶן
ʼeben
H68
"stone"
Conj | N-fs
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.
כֶּ֥סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
וְ/זָהָ֖ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
Conj | N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עִמָּ/הֶֽם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 29:16
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- Context
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- Deuteronomy 29:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 29:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 29:16
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 29:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 29:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 29:16
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 29:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 29:16
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 29:16
Context — The Covenant in Moab
14I am making this covenant and this oath not only with you,
15but also with those who are standing here with us today in the presence of the LORD our God, as well as with those who are not here today.
16For you yourselves know how we lived in the land of Egypt and how we passed through the nations on the way here.
17You saw the abominations and idols among them made of wood and stone, of silver and gold. 18Make sure there is no man or woman, clan or tribe among you today whose heart turns away from the LORD our God to go and worship the gods of those nations. Make sure there is no root among you that bears such poisonous and bitter fruit,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 2:19 | But when you get close to the Ammonites, do not harass them or provoke them, for I will not give you any of the land of the Ammonites. I have given it to the descendants of Lot as their possession.” |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 2:9 | Then the LORD said to me, “Do not harass the Moabites or provoke them to war, for I will not give you any of their land, because I have given Ar to the descendants of Lot as their possession.” |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 2:4 | and command the people: ‘You will pass through the territory of your brothers, the descendants of Esau, who live in Seir. They will be afraid of you, so you must be very careful. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 3:1–2 | Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan and his whole army came out to meet us in battle at Edrei. But the LORD said to me, “Do not fear him, for I have delivered him into your hand, along with all his people and his land. Do to him as you did to Sihon king of the Amorites, who lived in Heshbon.” |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 2:24 | “Arise, set out, and cross the Arnon Valley. See, I have delivered into your hand Sihon the Amorite, king of Heshbon, and his land. Begin to take possession of it and engage him in battle. |
Deuteronomy 29:16 Summary
This verse reminds us that the Israelites had a shared experience of living in Egypt and traveling through other nations to get to the Promised Land, as mentioned in Exodus 1:1-14 and Numbers 33:1-49. This experience is important because it helps them remember God's power and provision, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:2-5. Just like the Israelites, we can look back on our own lives and see how God has been with us and provided for us, as encouraged in Psalm 77:11. By remembering God's faithfulness, we can stay focused on Him and trust in His goodness, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Israelites' experience in Egypt and their journey to the Promised Land?
The Israelites' experience in Egypt and their journey to the Promised Land serves as a reminder of God's power and provision, as seen in Exodus 14:13-14 and Deuteronomy 8:2-5, and sets the stage for their covenant with God.
How does this verse relate to the concept of covenant in Deuteronomy?
This verse highlights the Israelites' shared history and experience, which is foundational to their covenant with God, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 29:1 and Exodus 19:4-6.
What role does remembrance play in the Israelites' relationship with God?
Remembrance is crucial in the Israelites' relationship with God, as it helps them recall God's faithfulness and provision, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:2-5 and Psalm 105:5, and encourages them to remain faithful to Him.
How can we apply the principle of remembering God's works in our own lives?
We can apply this principle by regularly reflecting on God's faithfulness and provision in our lives, as encouraged in Psalm 77:11 and Lamentations 3:21-23, and sharing our experiences with others to strengthen our faith and theirs.
Reflection Questions
- How have you experienced God's power and provision in your life, and how can you use those experiences to encourage others?
- In what ways can you apply the lessons of the Israelites' journey to your own spiritual journey, and what reminders can you put in place to help you stay focused on God?
- What are some ways you can share your testimony of God's faithfulness with others, and how can you use your story to point others to Him?
- How can you cultivate a greater sense of gratitude and remembrance of God's works in your life, and what practices can you adopt to help you stay mindful of His presence?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 29:16
For ye know how we have dwelt in the land of Egypt,.... How long they and their fathers had dwelt there, the number of years they had been in the land, as the Targum of Jonathan, which was upwards of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 29:16
That thou shouldest enter into covenant with the LORD thy God, and into his oath, which the LORD thy God maketh with thee this day: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 29:16
In the land of Egypt, where you have seen their idolatries, and learned too much of them, as the golden calf showed, and therefore need to renew your covenant with God; where also we were in dreadful bondage, whence God alone hath delivered us, to whom therefore we are deeply obliged, and have all reason to renew our covenant with him. How we came through the nations, i.e. with what hazards, if God had not appeared for us.
Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 29:16
Deuteronomy 29:16 (For ye know how we have dwelt in the land of Egypt; and how we came through the nations which ye passed by;Ver. 16. How we have dwelt.] And how hard is it to pass through Ethiopia, how much more to dwell there, and not to be discoloured! Sin is catching, and by the senses, those five ports of the soul, that old serpent oft winds himself into the heart. Ye have seen their abominations; oh that you would say, Satis est vidisse, &c. Now therefore, lest there should be, &c., Deuteronomy 29:18.
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 29:16
(16, 17) These verses seem rightly placed in a parenthesis. (Comp. Ezekiel 20:7-8; Ezekiel 20:18.)
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 29:16
16. for ye know, etc.] The necessity for such a covenant with Jehovah: viz. Israel’s experiences of the idolatry of other peoples, which otherwise might seduce them to itself. The Egyptian idolatry has not before been mentioned in Deut. Came through and passed are the same vb.: the idem per idem construction, see Deuteronomy 1:46.
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 29:16
16-17. Ye know how we have dwelt — In this passage the reference is to the idol worship of Egypt and of the nations with whom they had been brought in contact on their journey.
Sermons on Deuteronomy 29:16
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Hebrews - the Way Forward (2) by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of a "root of bitterness" and its implications in the lives of believers. He emphasizes that there are both promises and curses in |
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Your Enemies Are Beginning to Tremble by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of taking a journey with a larger perspective, beyond just achieving victory in one area of life. He uses the analogy of a la |