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Deuteronomy 13:3 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Deuteronomy 13:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 13 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thou shalt not hearken unto the words of that prophet, or that dreamer of dreams: for the LORD your God proveth you, to know whether ye love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul.”
Deuteronomy 13:3 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 13:3
The command after false signs: 'Thou shalt not hearken unto the words of that prophet, or that dreamer of dreams: for the LORD your God proveth you, to know whether ye love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul.' Despite impressive signs, if the prophet teaches apostasy ('let us go after other gods,' v.2), reject him. The theological explanation: God permits this to test (nasah, נָסָה, prove/try) His people. The test measures love—do you follow God because of truth or merely because of miracles? Authentic love for God maintains loyalty despite spectacular counterfeits. T...
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Cross-References for Deuteronomy 13:3
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“that he might humble you”
“that those who are approved may be revealed among you.”
“God”
“and with all your soul”
“that they should make an image to the beast who had the sword wound and lived.”
“don't believe every spirit”
“God sends them a working of error”
“and false prophets”
“surely there is no morning for them.”
“but as proving through the earnestness of others the sincerity also of your love.”