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Deuteronomy 5:32

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Deuteronomy 5:32 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

So be careful to do as the LORD your God has commanded you; you are not to turn aside to the right or to the left.

King James Version KJV

Ye shall observe to do therefore as the LORD your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.

American Standard Version ASV

Ye shall observe to do therefore as Jehovah your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Take care, then, to do whatever the Lord your God has given you orders to do; let there be no turning away to the right hand or to the left.

Free Bible Version FBV

So make sure you do what the Lord your God has ordered you to do—don't go astray in any direction.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Take heede therefore, that ye doe as the Lord your God hath commanded you: turne not aside to the right hand nor to the left,

Young's Literal Translation YLT

'And ye have observed to do as Jehovah your God hath commanded you, ye turn not aside — right or left;

World English Bible WEB

You shall observe to do therefore as the LORD your God has commanded you. You shall not turn away to the right hand or to the left.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Ye shall observe to do therefore as the LORD your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

Keep therefore and do the things which the Lord God hath commanded you: you shall not go aside neither to the right hand, nor to the left.

Translation for Translators T4T

So I went back down to the people, and I said to them, ‘Be sure that you do everything that Yahweh our God has commanded us to do. Do not disobey any of his laws.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Deuteronomy 5:32

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Deuteronomy 5:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וּ/שְׁמַרְתֶּ֣ם לַ/עֲשׂ֔וֹת כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר צִוָּ֛ה יְהוָ֥ה אֱלֹהֵי/כֶ֖ם אֶתְ/כֶ֑ם לֹ֥א תָסֻ֖רוּ יָמִ֥ין וּ/שְׂמֹֽאל
וּ/שְׁמַרְתֶּ֣ם shâmar H8104 to keep Conj | V-Qal-Perf-2mp
לַ/עֲשׂ֔וֹת ʻâsâh H6213 to make Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר ʼăsher H834 which Prep | Rel
צִוָּ֛ה tsâvâh H6680 to command V-Piel-Perf-3ms
יְהוָ֥ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper
אֱלֹהֵי/כֶ֖ם ʼĕlôhîym H430 God N-mp | Suff
אֶתְ/כֶ֑ם ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM | Suff
לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 not Part
תָסֻ֖רוּ çûwr H5493 to turn aside V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
יָמִ֥ין yâmîyn H3225 Ben]jamin N-fs
וּ/שְׂמֹֽאל sᵉmôʼwl H8040 left Conj | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 5:32

וּ/שְׁמַרְתֶּ֣ם shâmar H8104 "to keep" Conj | V-Qal-Perf-2mp
To keep or obey means to protect, attend to, or guard something, like keeping a promise or watching over someone, as seen in the commands to observe the Sabbath.
Definition: : obey/observe 1) to keep, guard, observe, give heed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to keep, have charge of 1a2) to keep, guard, keep watch and ward, protect, save life 1a2a) watch, watchman (participle) 1a3) to watch for, wait for 1a4) to watch, observe 1a5) to keep, retain, treasure up (in memory) 1a6) to keep (within bounds), restrain 1a7) to observe, celebrate, keep (sabbath or covenant or commands), perform (vow) 1a8) to keep, preserve, protect 1a9) to keep, reserve 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be on one's guard, take heed, take care, beware 1b2) to keep oneself, refrain, abstain 1b3) to be kept, be guarded 1c) (Piel) to keep, pay heed 1d) (Hithpael) to keep oneself from
Usage: Occurs in 440 OT verses. KJV: beward, be circumspect, take heed (to self), keep(-er, self), mark, look narrowly, observe, preserve, regard, reserve, save (self), sure, (that lay) wait (for), watch(-man). See also: Genesis 2:15; Deuteronomy 11:1; 1 Kings 14:8.
לַ/עֲשׂ֔וֹת ʻâsâh H6213 "to make" Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר ʼăsher H834 "which" Prep | 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.
צִוָּ֛ה tsâvâh H6680 "to command" V-Piel-Perf-3ms
To command or give orders, as seen in the Bible when God gives charge to his people. It can also mean to appoint or ordain someone for a task. This word is used in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to command, charge, give orders, lay charge, give charge to, order 1a)(Piel) 1a1) to lay charge upon 1a2) to give charge to, give command to 1a3) to give charge unto 1a4) to give charge over, appoint 1a5) to give charge, command 1a6) to charge, command 1a7) to charge, commission 1a8) to command, appoint, ordain (of divine act) 1b) (Pual) to be commanded
Usage: Occurs in 475 OT verses. KJV: appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 10:13; Deuteronomy 12:11.
יְהוָ֥ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֱלֹהֵי/כֶ֖ם ʼĕlôhîym H430 "God" N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
אֶתְ/כֶ֑ם ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM | Suff
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.
לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 "not" Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תָסֻ֖רוּ çûwr H5493 "to turn aside" V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
יָמִ֥ין yâmîyn H3225 "Ben]jamin" N-fs
Benjamin was a son of Israel and Rachel, and the brother of Joseph, mentioned in Genesis 35:18. The name also refers to the right hand or south direction.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.35.18; son of: Israel (H3478) and Rachel (H7354); brother of: Joseph (H3130); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); father of: Bela (H1106A), Becher (H1071), Ashbel (H0788), Gera (H1617), Naaman (H5283), Ehi (H0278), Rosh (H7220), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714), Ahiram (H0297) and Jediael (H3043); also called Jamin at 1Sa.9.1,4; 22.7; 1x Another name of bin.ya.min (בִּנְיָמִין "Benjamin" H1144G)
Usage: Occurs in 134 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] left-handed, right (hand, side), south. See also: Genesis 13:9; Psalms 18:36; Psalms 16:8.
וּ/שְׂמֹֽאל sᵉmôʼwl H8040 "left" Conj | N-ms
This word means 'left' or 'north', referring to the left hand or side, as seen in KJV translations. It describes direction or orientation.
Definition: 1) the left, the left hand, the left side 1a) left 1b) left hand 1c) north (as one faces east)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: left (hand, side). See also: Genesis 13:9; 1 Kings 22:19; Proverbs 3:16.

Study Notes — Deuteronomy 5:32

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ReferenceText (BSB)
1 Joshua 23:6 Be very strong, then, so that you can keep and obey all that is written in the Book of the Law of Moses, not turning aside from it to the right or to the left.
2 Proverbs 4:27 Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil.
3 Joshua 1:7 Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go.
4 Deuteronomy 17:20 Then his heart will not be exalted above his countrymen, and he will not turn aside from the commandment, to the right or to the left, in order that he and his sons may reign many years over his kingdom in Israel.
5 Deuteronomy 28:14 Do not turn aside to the right or to the left from any of the words I command you today, and do not go after other gods to serve them.
6 Deuteronomy 24:8 In cases of infectious skin diseases, be careful to diligently follow everything the Levitical priests instruct you. Be careful to do as I have commanded them.
7 Ezekiel 37:24 My servant David will be king over them, and there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow My ordinances and keep and observe My statutes.
8 Deuteronomy 12:32 See that you do everything I command you; do not add to it or subtract from it.
9 Deuteronomy 11:32 be careful to follow all the statutes and ordinances that I am setting before you today.
10 Deuteronomy 8:1 You must carefully follow every commandment I am giving you today, so that you may live and multiply, and enter and possess the land that the LORD swore to give your fathers.

Deuteronomy 5:32 Summary

Deuteronomy 5:32 is a reminder to carefully follow God's commands, without adding or subtracting from them. This means we should strive to obey God's Word in every area of our lives, just like the Israelites were instructed. As we do, we can trust that God will bless us and give us life, as promised in Deuteronomy 5:33 and Jeremiah 7:23. By following God's commands, we can experience His love and care for us, and live a life that honors Him, as seen in John 14:15 and 1 John 5:3.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'turn aside to the right or to the left' in Deuteronomy 5:32?

This phrase means to deviate from God's commands, either by adding to them or subtracting from them, as warned in Deuteronomy 4:2 and Revelation 22:18-19. It's a call to stay faithful to God's Word.

Is Deuteronomy 5:32 only for the Israelites, or does it apply to us today?

While this verse was originally given to the Israelites, the principle of obeying God's commands applies to all believers, as seen in Matthew 28:20 and 1 John 2:3-4. We are to follow God's commands as outlined in the Bible.

How can I be careful to do what the Lord has commanded me, as stated in Deuteronomy 5:32?

To be careful to do what the Lord has commanded, we must first know His commands by reading and studying the Bible, as encouraged in Psalm 119:105 and 2 Timothy 2:15. Then, we must obey them by the power of the Holy Spirit, as seen in Galatians 5:16-25.

What is the relationship between Deuteronomy 5:32 and the rest of the Bible?

Deuteronomy 5:32 is part of the larger narrative of God's covenant with His people, as seen in Exodus 19-24 and Hebrews 8:6-13. It emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's commands, a theme that runs throughout the Bible, including in verses like Matthew 22:37-40 and 1 Corinthians 10:31.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some areas in my life where I may be 'turning aside to the right or to the left' from God's commands, and how can I realign myself with His will?
  2. How can I balance the desire to follow my own plans with the need to obey God's commands, as stated in Deuteronomy 5:32?
  3. What role does the Holy Spirit play in helping me to be careful to do what the Lord has commanded, and how can I rely on Him more in my daily life?
  4. In what ways can I apply the principle of Deuteronomy 5:32 to my relationships, work, and decisions, and what benefits can I expect from obeying God's commands?

Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 5:32

Ye shall observe to do therefore as the Lord your God doth command you,.... Observe every precept, as to matter and manner, which the Lord has commanded, and that under a sense of the great

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 5:32

Neither by superstitious additions to God’ s commands, nor by a bold or profane rejection or contempt of any one of them.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 5:32

Verse 32. Ye shall observe to do] He who marks not the word of God is never likely to fulfil the will of God. Ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.] The way of truth and righteousness is a right line; a man must walk straight forward who wishes to go to glory; no crooked or devious path ever led to God or happiness.

Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 5:32

32, 33. Exhortations to obey this new charge: a number of characteristic deuteronomic formulas. Because of this and specially because of the phrase which Jehovah your God has commanded you, these verses are taken by some to be a later addition. Yet it was surely quite logical for the writer of the rest of the chapter to put the phrase in Moses’ mouth in Moab, because God had already at Ḥ ?oreb charged him with these laws; the phrase does not imply their previous publication. ye shall not turn aside, etc.] Deuteronomy 17:11; Deuteronomy 17:20, Deuteronomy 28:14, and in deuteronomic passages in other books; cp. Deuteronomy 9:2. the way which Jehovah your God has commanded you] that is through me and which I am now about to show you. The phrase is also found Deuteronomy 9:12; Deuteronomy 9:16, Deuteronomy 11:28, Deuteronomy 31:29 (all pl.), and in Deuteronomy 13:5 (Sg.). To walk in His ways, Deuteronomy 8:6 (Sg.), Deuteronomy 11:22 (Pl.). Buhl (Sozial. Verhältn. der Isr. 9) remarks on the suitability to nomads of this metaphor; but surely it was equally suitable for peasants. No inference as to date can therefore be drawn from it. Cp. in the N.T. ἡὀ ?äüò Acts 9:2; Acts 19:9; Acts 19:23; Acts 22:4, and the Ḳ ?oran Sur. 1. live] Deuteronomy 4:1. may be well with you] Deuteronomy 5:16; Deuteronomy 5:29, Deuteronomy 4:40. prolong … days] used both in Pl. here and in Deuteronomy 4:26 (cp. Deuteronomy 30:18), Deuteronomy 11:9, Deuteronomy 32:47, and in Sg. Deuteronomy 4:40; that thy days may be long, Deuteronomy 5:16, Deuteronomy 6:2, Deuteronomy 25:15; cp. Deuteronomy 22:7.

Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 5:32

23-33. The Lord… hath showed us his glory — The entire passage gives a more detailed account of the events related in Exodus 20:18-21.

Sermons on Deuteronomy 5:32

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Erlo Stegen Josiah - God Working in Revival Power by Erlo Stegen In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Gideon from the Bible. Gideon was chosen by God to lead the Israelites against their enemies. Despite being from a crooked and m
Dick Woodward Old Testament Survey - Part 22 by Dick Woodward This sermon delves into the book of Deuteronomy, emphasizing the importance of obeying God's laws and remembering His miracles. It highlights the need to guard against affluence an
Anton Bosch Christian Fundamentalism - 1 by Anton Bosch Anton Bosch discusses the varying definitions of Christian labels and emphasizes the importance of understanding Christian Fundamentalism according to Professor Malan's comprehensi
Mary Wilder Tileston Fear of Trying by Mary Wilder Tileston Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of obeying God's commands without turning aside, as stated in Deuteronomy 5:32. She highlights that failing to fulfill our duties is
James Bourne Letter 111 by James Bourne James Bourne, in a letter to J. G., emphasizes the importance of waiting on the Lord and recognizing His voice amidst the noise of the world. He finds comfort in the unity and spir
Chuck Smith (Through the Bible) 1 Kings 9-16 by Chuck Smith In this sermon, the preacher discusses various biblical stories and teachings. He emphasizes the importance of obeying God's commands and following His word. The sermon includes th
David Wilkerson The Ultimate Test of Faith by David Wilkerson In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of the children of Israel in Exodus. He highlights how they witnessed a great miracle when God saved them and led them through the
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