Deuteronomy 4:14
New International Version
And the LORD directed me at that time to teach you the decrees and laws you are to follow in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to possess.

New Living Translation
It was at that time that the LORD commanded me to teach you his decrees and regulations so you would obey them in the land you are about to enter and occupy.

English Standard Version
And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and rules, that you might do them in the land that you are going over to possess.

Berean Standard Bible
At that time the LORD commanded me to teach you the statutes and ordinances you are to follow in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to possess.

King James Bible
And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go over to possess it.

New King James Version
And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that you might observe them in the land which you cross over to possess.

New American Standard Bible
The LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, so that you would perform them in the land where you are going over to take possession of it.

NASB 1995
“The LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that you might perform them in the land where you are going over to possess it.

NASB 1977
“And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that you might perform them in the land where you are going over to possess it.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Yahweh commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that you might do them in the land where you are going over to possess it.

Amplified Bible
The LORD commanded me at that time to teach you the statutes and judgments, so that you might do them in the land which you are going over to possess.

Christian Standard Bible
At that time the LORD commanded me to teach you statutes and ordinances for you to follow in the land you are about to cross into and possess.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
At that time the LORD commanded me to teach you statutes and ordinances for you to follow in the land you are about to cross into and possess.”

American Standard Version
And Jehovah commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and ordinances, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go over to possess it.

Contemporary English Version
That's when the LORD commanded me to give you the laws and teachings you must obey in the land that you will conquer west of the Jordan River.

English Revised Version
And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go over to possess it.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD also commanded me to teach you the laws and rules you must obey after you cross [the Jordan River] and take possession of the land.

Good News Translation
The LORD told me to teach you all the laws that you are to obey in the land that you are about to invade and occupy.

International Standard Version
The LORD commanded me at that time to teach you to observe the statutes and ordinances in the land after you cross over to take possession of it.

Majority Standard Bible
At that time the LORD commanded me to teach you the statutes and ordinances you are to follow in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to possess.

NET Bible
Moreover, at that same time the LORD commanded me to teach you statutes and ordinances for you to keep in the land which you are about to enter and possess.

New Heart English Bible
The LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and ordinances, that you might do them in the land where you go over to possess it.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go over to possess it.

World English Bible
Yahweh commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and ordinances, that you might do them in the land where you go over to possess it.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And YHWH has commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, for your doing them in the land to where you are passing over to possess it.

Young's Literal Translation
'And me hath Jehovah commanded at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, for your doing them in the land whither ye are passing over to possess it;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Jehovah commanded me in that time to teach you laws and judgments for you to do them in the land which ye are passing over there to possess it.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he commanded me at that time that I should teach you the ceremonies and judgments which you shall do in the land, that you shall possess.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he commanded me, at that time, that I should teach you the ceremonies and judgments which you must carry out, in the land that you shall possess.

New American Bible
At that time the LORD charged me to teach you the statutes and ordinances for you to observe in the land you are about to cross into and possess.

New Revised Standard Version
And the LORD charged me at that time to teach you statutes and ordinances for you to observe in the land that you are about to cross into and occupy.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that you might do them in the land into which you are going to possess it.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And LORD JEHOVAH commanded me at that time that I would teach you the laws and the judgments to do them in the land that you pass through there to inherit.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and ordinances, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go over to possess it.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the Lord commanded me at that time, to teach you ordinances and judgments, that ye should do them on the land, into which ye go to inherit it.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
An Exhortation to Obedience
13He declared to you His covenant, which He commanded you to follow—the Ten Commandments that He wrote on two tablets of stone. 14 At that time the LORD commanded me to teach you the statutes and ordinances you are to follow in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to possess.

Cross References
Exodus 24:12
Then the LORD said to Moses, “Come up to Me on the mountain and stay here, so that I may give you the tablets of stone, with the law and commandments I have written for their instruction.”

Exodus 20:1-17
And God spoke all these words: / “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. / You shall have no other gods before Me. ...

Deuteronomy 5:1-22
Then Moses summoned all Israel and said to them: Hear, O Israel, the statutes and ordinances that I declare in your hearing this day. Learn them and observe them carefully. / The LORD our God made a covenant with us at Horeb. / He did not make this covenant with our fathers, but with all of us who are alive here today. ...

Deuteronomy 6:1
These are the commandments and statutes and ordinances that the LORD your God has instructed me to teach you to follow in the land that you are about to enter and possess,

Deuteronomy 31:9
So Moses wrote down this law and gave it to the priests, the sons of Levi, who carried the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and to all the elders of Israel.

Deuteronomy 31:24-26
When Moses had finished writing in a book the words of this law from beginning to end, / he gave this command to the Levites who carried the ark of the covenant of the LORD: / “Take this Book of the Law and place it beside the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God, so that it may remain there as a witness against you.

Nehemiah 9:13-14
You came down on Mount Sinai and spoke with them from heaven. You gave them just ordinances, true laws, and good statutes and commandments. / You revealed to them Your holy Sabbath and gave them commandments and statutes and laws through Your servant Moses.

Psalm 78:5
For He established a testimony in Jacob and appointed a law in Israel, which He commanded our fathers to teach to their children,

Psalm 147:19-20
He declares His word to Jacob, His statutes and judgments to Israel. / He has done this for no other nation; they do not know His judgments. Hallelujah!

Isaiah 33:22
For the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our King. It is He who will save us.

Jeremiah 7:23
but this is what I commanded them: Obey Me, and I will be your God, and you will be My people. You must walk in all the ways I have commanded you, so that it may go well with you.

Matthew 5:17-19
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. / For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. / So then, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do likewise will be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever practices and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 22:36-40
“Teacher, which commandment is the greatest in the Law?” / Jesus declared, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ / This is the first and greatest commandment. ...

Mark 12:28-31
Now one of the scribes had come up and heard their debate. Noticing how well Jesus had answered them, he asked Him, “Which commandment is the most important of all?” / Jesus replied, “This is the most important: ‘Hear O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is One. / Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ ...

Luke 10:25-28
One day an expert in the law stood up to test Him. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” / “What is written in the Law?” Jesus replied. “How do you read it?” / He answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’ and ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” ...


Treasury of Scripture

And the LORD commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and judgments, that you might do them in the land where you go over to possess it.

Ezekiel 21:1-23:49
And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, …

Psalm 105:44,45
And gave them the lands of the heathen: and they inherited the labour of the people; …

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Deuteronomy 4
1. An exhortation to obedience
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44. Recapitulation














At that time
This phrase refers to a specific moment in Israel's history, during the period of the Exodus and the wilderness wanderings. It highlights the transitional phase as the Israelites prepared to enter the Promised Land. This was a pivotal moment when God was establishing His covenant with His people.

the LORD commanded me
Moses is the speaker here, and the phrase underscores his role as the mediator between God and the Israelites. The LORD's command signifies divine authority and the importance of obedience to God's instructions. This reflects the theocratic nature of Israel's governance, where God directly guides His people through chosen leaders.

to teach you
Teaching was a critical component of Moses' leadership. It involved not just the transmission of laws but also the inculcation of a way of life that reflected God's holiness. This teaching was meant to be comprehensive, covering all aspects of life and worship, ensuring that the Israelites understood and internalized God's expectations.

the statutes and ordinances
These terms refer to the specific laws and decrees given by God. Statutes (Hebrew: "chukkim") often relate to religious practices and rituals, while ordinances (Hebrew: "mishpatim") typically concern civil and moral laws. Together, they form a complete legal and ethical system intended to set Israel apart as a holy nation.

you are to follow
This phrase emphasizes the necessity of obedience. The laws were not merely suggestions but were to be actively followed. Obedience was a covenantal requirement, and it was through adherence to these laws that Israel would maintain its relationship with God and receive His blessings.

in the land
The land refers to Canaan, the Promised Land, which was central to God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants. It was a land flowing with milk and honey, symbolizing abundance and God's provision. Possession of the land was contingent upon Israel's faithfulness to God's commands.

that you are crossing the Jordan
The Jordan River was a significant geographical boundary that the Israelites had to cross to enter the Promised Land. This crossing symbolized a new beginning and the fulfillment of God's promises. It also prefigures Christian baptism, representing a passage from the old life into the new.

to possess
Possession of the land was both a gift and a responsibility. It required active participation and faithfulness from the Israelites. This concept of possession also points to the spiritual inheritance believers have in Christ, which requires living in accordance with God's will to fully experience His promises.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the commandments from God and was tasked with teaching them to the people.

2. The LORD (Yahweh)
The God of Israel who gave the commandments to Moses for the people.

3. The Israelites
The people of God who were to receive and follow the statutes and ordinances.

4. The Jordan River
The boundary the Israelites were to cross to enter the Promised Land.

5. The Promised Land
The land God promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, which the Israelites were about to enter.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Obedience
God’s statutes and ordinances are given for our good and are meant to guide us in righteous living.

Role of Leadership in Teaching
Just as Moses was commanded to teach the people, spiritual leaders today have the responsibility to teach God’s Word faithfully.

Preparation for God’s Promises
The Israelites were to learn and follow God’s laws as they prepared to enter the Promised Land. Similarly, we must prepare our hearts and lives to receive God’s promises.

Continuity of God’s Law
The principles of God’s law remain relevant and are fulfilled in Christ, calling us to live in obedience through the Spirit.

Community and Accountability
The statutes were given to the community of Israel, highlighting the importance of communal faith and accountability in following God’s commands.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
At that
הַהִ֔וא (ha·hi·w)
Article | Pronoun - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

time
בָּעֵ֣ת (bā·‘êṯ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6256: Time, now, when

the LORD
יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

commanded me
צִוָּ֤ה (ṣiw·wāh)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order

to teach
לְלַמֵּ֣ד (lə·lam·mêḏ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct
Strong's 3925: To exercise in, learn

you
אֶתְכֶ֔ם (’eṯ·ḵem)
Direct object marker | second person masculine plural
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

the statutes
חֻקִּ֖ים (ḥuq·qîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 2706: Something prescribed or owed, a statute

and ordinances
וּמִשְׁפָּטִ֑ים (ū·miš·pā·ṭîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style

you are to follow
לַעֲשֹׂתְכֶ֣ם (la·‘ă·śō·ṯə·ḵem)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | second person masculine plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make

in the land
בָּאָ֕רֶץ (bā·’ā·reṣ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

into which
שָׁ֖מָּה (šām·māh)
Adverb | third person feminine singular
Strong's 8033: There, then, thither

you
אַתֶּ֛ם (’at·tem)
Pronoun - second person masculine plural
Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you

are crossing
עֹבְרִ֥ים (‘ō·ḇə·rîm)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on

to possess.
לְרִשְׁתָּֽהּ׃ (lə·riš·tāh)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 3423: To occupy, to seize, to rob, to inherit, to expel, to impoverish, to ruin


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