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Deuteronomy 20:3 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Deuteronomy 20:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 20 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And shall say unto them, Hear, O Israel, ye approach this day unto battle against your enemies: let not your hearts faint, fear not, and do not tremble, neither be ye terrified because of them; faint: Heb. be tender tremble: Heb. make haste”
Deuteronomy 20:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Deuteronomy 20:3
The priest addresses troops before battle: 'Hear, O Israel, ye approach this day unto battle against your enemies: let not your hearts faint, fear not, and do not tremble, neither be ye terrified because of them.' Four commands address fear's manifestations: hearts fainting (internal discouragement), fear (anxiety), trembling (physical response), and terror (panic). The repetition emphasizes the reality and danger of fear in battle. The priest's role shows that warfare is spiritual before physical—Israel fights as God's covenant people, requiring spiritual preparation and divine presence.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
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Cross-References for Deuteronomy 20:3
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“I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people”
“The Lord is my helper. I will not fear. What can man do to me?{Psalm 118:6-7}”
“the devil is about to throw some of you into prison”
“The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
“he it is who fights for you”
“but are not able to kill the soul. Rather”
“lift up the hands that hang down and the feeble knees”
“and you confessed the good confession in the sight of many witnesses.”
“that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.”