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Deuteronomy 14:2 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Deuteronomy 14:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 14 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God, and the LORD hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people unto himself, above all the nations that are upon the earth.”
Deuteronomy 14:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 14:2
For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God, and the LORD hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people unto himself, above all the nations that are upon the earth. Israel's holiness derives from God's choice, not their inherent worthiness. Election to covenant relationship creates obligation to reflect God's character through distinctive living.The word holy means set apart, consecrated for special purpose. Israel's holiness was positional (set apart by God's choice) and practical (called to behave accordingly). Both aspects remain true for New Covenant believers - we are sanctified (set apa...
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Cross-References for Deuteronomy 14:2
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“above all peoples who are on the face of the earth.”
“Yahweh”
“if you will indeed obey my voice”
“as he has promised you”
“a royal priesthood”
“that he might redeem us from all iniquity”
“to be your God. You shall therefore be holy”
“as he has sworn to you; if you shall keep the commandments of Yahweh your God”
“The redeemed of Yahweh: and you shall be called Sought out”