Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Deuteronomy 17:20 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Deuteronomy 17:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 17 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“That his heart be not lifted up above his brethren, and that he turn not aside from the commandment, to the right hand, or to the left: to the end that he may prolong his days in his kingdom, he, and his children, in the midst of Israel.”
Deuteronomy 17:20 (KJV)
Commentary on Deuteronomy 17:20
That his heart be not lifted up above his brethren—The king's greatest danger: pride (לֵבָב, levav, heart lifted up). Daily Torah reading prevents this by reminding him he's a brother (אָח, ach)—a fellow covenant member, not a demigod. Solomon ignored this, his wives turned away his heart after other gods (1 Kings 11:4), leading to kingdom division.That he turn not aside from the commandment, to the right hand, or to the left—The narrow path (Matthew 7:14). James warns leaders face the greater condemnation (James 3:1). Peter commands elders: Neither as being lords over God's heritage, but bein...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 17:20
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“Ye shall observe to do therefore as the LORD your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.”
“and didn't turn aside from anything that he commanded him all the days of his life”
“and for all that is lifted up; and it shall be brought low:”
“my heart isn't haughty”
“and his spirit was hardened so that he dealt proudly”
“that it may go well with you”
“and on Judah and Jerusalem.”
“and how [God] was entreated of him”
“and your heart has lifted you up: glory of it”
“that David my servant may have a lamp always before me in Jerusalem”