Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Deuteronomy 23:6 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Deuteronomy 23:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 23 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thou shalt not seek their peace nor their prosperity all thy days for ever. prosperity: Heb. good”
Deuteronomy 23:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Deuteronomy 23:6
Thou shalt not seek their peace nor their prosperity all thy days for ever.This verse mandates perpetual non-alliance with Ammon and Moab. The Hebrew phrase lo tidrosh shalom vetov (לֹא־תִדְרֹשׁ שְׁלֹמָם וְטֹבָתָם) literally means 'do not seek their peace and their good.' This wasn't mere passive avoidance but active prohibition against pursuing treaties, trade agreements, or alliances that would promote Ammonite or Moabite interests. The dual temporal markers 'all thy days' and 'for ever' emphasize permanent application across all generations.This command appears harsh by modern standards but...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 23:6
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“neither take their daughters to your sons”
“and put them under saws”
“of Ammon”
“and measured them with the line”