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Deuteronomy 4:7 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Deuteronomy 4:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 4 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For what nation is there so great, who hath God so nigh unto them, as the LORD our God is in all things that we call upon him for?”
Deuteronomy 4:7 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 4:7
God's proximity—'who hath God so nigh unto them'—distinguishes Israel from all nations. The Hebrew 'qarob' (near) indicates covenant intimacy, not merely spatial closeness. Pagan deities were distant, capricious, and unapproachable; Yahweh dwells among His people, responding to prayer. This anticipates the Reformed emphasis on covenant relationship through Christ's mediation. The phrase 'in all things that we call upon him for' reveals God's comprehensive providence and prayer-hearing nature. This nearness finds ultimate fulfillment in Immanuel (Matthew 1:23) and the Spirit's indwelling (John ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 4:7
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“to all who call on him in truth.”
“even like Israel”
“and saves those who have a crushed spirit.”
“that I may tell of all your works.”
“and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands”
“Seek ye the LORD while he may be found”
“a very present help in trouble.”
“the praise of all his saints; even of the children of Israel”
“and I have loved you; therefore I will give people in your place”
“that has heard the voice of the living God speaking out of the midst of the fire”