Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The third generation of children born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. New Living Translation The third generation of Edomites and Egyptians may enter the assembly of the LORD. English Standard Version Children born to them in the third generation may enter the assembly of the LORD. Berean Standard Bible The third generation of children born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. King James Bible The children that are begotten of them shall enter into the congregation of the LORD in their third generation. New King James Version The children of the third generation born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. New American Standard Bible The sons of the third generation who are born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. NASB 1995 “The sons of the third generation who are born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. NASB 1977 “The sons of the third generation who are born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible The sons of the third generation who are born to them may enter the assembly of Yahweh. Amplified Bible Their children of the third generation who are born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. Christian Standard Bible The children born to them in the third generation may enter the LORD’s assembly. Holman Christian Standard Bible The children born to them in the third generation may enter the LORD’s assembly.” American Standard Version The children of the third generation that are born unto them shall enter into the assembly of Jehovah. Contemporary English Version and let their great-grandchildren become part of Israel, the LORD's people. English Revised Version The children of the third generation that are born unto them shall enter into the assembly of the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation Their grandchildren may join the assembly of the LORD. Good News Translation From the third generation onward their descendants may be included among the LORD's people. International Standard Version Their grandchildren may participate in the assembly of the LORD." Majority Standard Bible The third generation of children born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. NET Bible Children of the third generation born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. New Heart English Bible The children of the third generation who are born to them shall enter into the assembly of the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation The children that are begotten by them shall enter into the congregation of the LORD in their third generation. World English Bible The children of the third generation who are born to them may enter into Yahweh’s assembly. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionsons who are begotten of them, a third generation of them, enter into the assembly of YHWH. Young's Literal Translation sons who are begotten of them, a third generation of them, doth enter into the assembly of Jehovah. Smith's Literal Translation The sons which shall be begotten to them, the third generation to them shall come in to the gathering of Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThey that are born of them, in the third generation shall enter into the church of the Lord. Catholic Public Domain Version Those who have been born of them, in the third generation, shall enter into the church of the Lord. New American Bible Children born to them may come into the assembly of the LORD in the third generation. New Revised Standard Version The children of the third generation that are born to them may be admitted to the assembly of the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe children that are born to them shall enter into the assembly of the LORD in their third generation. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The children who are born to them in the third generation shall enter the assembly of LORD JEHOVAH. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The children of the third generation that are born unto them may enter into the assembly of the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation If sons be born to them, in the third generation they shall enter into the assembly of the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Exclusion from the Congregation…7Do not despise an Edomite, for he is your brother. Do not despise an Egyptian, because you lived as a foreigner in his land. 8The third generation of children born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD. Cross References Exodus 20:5-6 You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on their children to the third and fourth generations of those who hate Me, / but showing loving devotion to a thousand generations of those who love Me and keep My commandments. Genesis 17:7-8 I will establish My covenant as an everlasting covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you, to be your God and the God of your descendants after you. / And to you and your descendants I will give the land where you are residing—all the land of Canaan—as an eternal possession; and I will be their God.” Leviticus 19:34 You must treat the foreigner living among you as native-born and love him as yourself, for you were foreigners in the land of Egypt. I am the LORD your God. Numbers 14:18 ‘The LORD is slow to anger and abounding in loving devotion, forgiving iniquity and transgression. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished; He will visit the iniquity of the fathers upon their children to the third and fourth generation.’ Ruth 4:10 Moreover, I have acquired Ruth the Moabitess, Mahlon’s widow, as my wife, to raise up the name of the deceased through his inheritance, so that his name will not disappear from among his brothers or from the gate of his home. You are witnesses today.” 1 Kings 11:1-2 King Solomon, however, loved many foreign women along with the daughter of Pharaoh—women of Moab, Ammon, Edom, and Sidon, as well as Hittite women. / These women were from the nations about which the LORD had told the Israelites, “You must not intermarry with them, for surely they will turn your hearts after their gods.” Yet Solomon clung to these women in love. 2 Chronicles 6:32-33 And as for the foreigner who is not of Your people Israel but has come from a distant land because of Your great name and Your mighty hand and outstretched arm—when he comes and prays toward this temple, / then may You hear from heaven, Your dwelling place, and do according to all for which the foreigner calls to You. Then all the peoples of the earth will know Your name and fear You, as do Your people Israel, and they will know that this house I have built is called by Your Name. Isaiah 56:3-8 Let no foreigner who has joined himself to the LORD say, “The LORD will utterly exclude me from His people.” And let the eunuch not say, “I am but a dry tree.” / For this is what the LORD says: “To the eunuchs who keep My Sabbaths, who choose what pleases Me and hold fast to My covenant— / I will give them, in My house and within My walls, a memorial and a name better than that of sons and daughters. I will give them an everlasting name that will not be cut off. ... Jeremiah 12:16 And if they will diligently learn the ways of My people and swear by My name, saying, ‘As surely as the LORD lives’—just as they once taught My people to swear by Baal—then they will be established among My people. Ezekiel 47:22-23 You shall allot it as an inheritance for yourselves and for the foreigners who dwell among you and who have children. You are to treat them as native-born Israelites; along with you, they shall be allotted an inheritance among the tribes of Israel. / In whatever tribe a foreigner dwells, you are to assign his inheritance there,” declares the Lord GOD. Matthew 1:5 Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, Matthew 5:17 Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets. I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them. Matthew 15:24 He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” Luke 3:31-34 the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David, / the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon, / the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah, ... John 4:9 “You are a Jew,” said the woman. “How can You ask for a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?” (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans.) Treasury of Scripture The children that are begotten of them shall enter into the congregation of the LORD in their third generation. enter into Deuteronomy 23:1 He that is wounded in the stones, or hath his privy member cut off, shall not enter into the congregation of the LORD. Romans 3:29,30 Is he the God of the Jews only? is he not also of the Gentiles? Yes, of the Gentiles also: … Ephesians 2:12,13 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world: … third generation Deuteronomy 23:2,3 A bastard shall not enter into the congregation of the LORD; even to his tenth generation shall he not enter into the congregation of the LORD… Exodus 20:5,6 Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me; … Jump to Previous Assembly Begotten Born Children Congregation Enter Lord's Meeting ThirdJump to Next Assembly Begotten Born Children Congregation Enter Lord's Meeting ThirdDeuteronomy 23 1. Who may or may not enter into the congregation9. Uncleanness is to be avoided in the host 15. Of the fugitive servant 17. Of filthiness 18. Of abominable sacrifices 19. Of usury 20. Of vows 24. Of trespass The third generation of children born to them This phrase refers to the descendants of certain foreign nations, specifically the Edomites and Egyptians, as mentioned in the preceding verses. The Edomites were descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother, and thus had a familial connection to Israel. The Egyptians, despite having enslaved the Israelites, were also to be treated with a degree of respect due to their historical role in providing refuge during Joseph's time. The third generation indicates a period of assimilation and acceptance, suggesting that by this time, these descendants would have adopted the customs and faith of Israel. This reflects a broader biblical principle of redemption and inclusion for those who align themselves with God's people. may enter the assembly of the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. IsraelitesThe chosen people of God, to whom the laws and commandments were given, including those concerning who may enter the assembly of the LORD. 2. Edomites Descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother. Historically, there was tension between the Israelites and Edomites, yet they are given a path to inclusion in the assembly. 3. Egyptians A people among whom the Israelites lived for centuries. Despite past oppression, Egyptians are also given a path to inclusion in the assembly. 4. Assembly of the LORD Refers to the congregation or community of Israel, particularly in a religious or worship context. 5. Third Generation Indicates a specific time frame for when descendants of certain foreign nations could be fully integrated into the Israelite community. Teaching Points God's Grace and InclusionGod's laws provided a way for outsiders to become part of His people, demonstrating His grace and desire for inclusion. Historical Context and Reconciliation Understanding the historical tensions between Israel and neighboring nations helps us appreciate the significance of these laws in promoting reconciliation. Generational Impact The mention of the "third generation" highlights the importance of time and transformation in the process of integration and acceptance. Compassion for the Foreigner As believers, we are called to show compassion and hospitality to those who are different from us, reflecting God's love and acceptance. Unity in Christ In the New Testament, the barriers between Jew and Gentile are broken down in Christ, calling us to live in unity and love with all believers.(8) The children that are begotten of them From this passage it is clear that it was not only from Egypt that a "mixed multitude" came up with Israel. It seems to have been impossible to prevent some inter-marriages between Edom, Moab, and Israel when the Israelites passed through their land. Such a precept is suitable to the circumstances of Moses' time. It would be less necessary when the bulk of the people had gone over the Jordan and left Moab and Edom far behind. Hebrew The thirdשְׁלִישִׁ֑י (šə·lî·šî) Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 7992: Third, feminine a, third, a third, a third-story cell) generation דּ֣וֹר (dō·wr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1755: A revolution of time, an age, generation, a dwelling of children בָּנִ֛ים (bā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son born יִוָּלְד֥וּ (yiw·wā·lə·ḏū) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage to them לָהֶ֖ם (lā·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's Hebrew may enter יָבֹ֥א (yā·ḇō) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go the assembly בִּקְהַ֥ל (biq·hal) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6951: Assembly, convocation, congregation of the LORD. יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Deuteronomy 23:8 NIVDeuteronomy 23:8 NLT Deuteronomy 23:8 ESV Deuteronomy 23:8 NASB Deuteronomy 23:8 KJV Deuteronomy 23:8 BibleApps.com Deuteronomy 23:8 Biblia Paralela Deuteronomy 23:8 Chinese Bible Deuteronomy 23:8 French Bible Deuteronomy 23:8 Catholic Bible OT Law: Deuteronomy 23:8 The children of the third generation who (Deut. 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