Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Deuteronomy 23:4 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Deuteronomy 23:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 23 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Because they met you not with bread and with water in the way, when ye came forth out of Egypt; and because they hired against thee Balaam the son of Beor of Pethor of Mesopotamia, to curse thee.”
Deuteronomy 23:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 23:4
Because they met you not with bread and with water in the way, when ye came forth out of Egypt; and because they hired against thee Balaam the son of Beor of Pethor of Mesopotamia, to curse thee.This verse provides the historical-theological rationale for excluding Ammonites and Moabites. Their twofold sin involved both omission (failing to show hospitality) and commission (actively seeking Israel's destruction). Ancient Near Eastern hospitality customs obligated nations to provide basic necessities—bread and water—to travelers passing through their territory. Ammon and Moab's refusal violated...
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Cross-References for Deuteronomy 23:4
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“but hired Balaam against them”
“they went astray”
“that I may eat; and give me water for money”
“when Jezebel cut off the prophets of Yahweh”
“and heard a voice saying to him”
“and my water”
“and whatever you say to me I will do. Please come therefore”
“and said”
“to Pethor”