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Deuteronomy 11:13 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Deuteronomy 11:13 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 11 verse 13 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And it shall come to pass, if ye shall hearken diligently unto my commandments which I command you this day, to love the LORD your God, and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul,”
Deuteronomy 11:13 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 11:13
This verse begins the conditional clause: 'if ye shall hearken diligently unto my commandments.' The Hebrew shama shama (שָׁמֹעַ תִּשְׁמְעוּ, doubling for emphasis) means 'hear intently, obey carefully.' Covenant blessing depends on responsive obedience. The dual commands—'love the LORD your God' and 'serve him with all your heart and with all your soul'—echo the Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4-5). Love isn't mere emotion but covenantal loyalty expressed through service. The 'heart' (lev, לֵב) represents mind, will, and affections; 'soul' (nephesh, נֶפֶשׁ) represents life-force or being. Total devotion...
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Cross-References for Deuteronomy 11:13
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“Israel”
“and you shall find him”
“and his testimonies”
“that you may be strong”
“and with all your soul”
“that we should fully obey them.”
“to do it”