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Deuteronomy 6:2 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Deuteronomy 6:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 6 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“That thou mightest fear the LORD thy God, to keep all his statutes and his commandments, which I command thee, thou, and thy son, and thy son's son, all the days of thy life; and that thy days may be prolonged.”
Deuteronomy 6:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 6:2
The purpose of the law is relational: 'That thou mightest fear the LORD thy God.' Biblical 'fear' (Hebrew yirah) isn't terror but reverential awe that shapes conduct. The threefold audience—'thou, thy son, and thy son's son'—emphasizes intergenerational covenant transmission. The promise of prolonged days (longevity) connects obedience to blessing, a repeated theme in Deuteronomy. The 'fear of the LORD' produces life, contrasting with modern autonomy that promises freedom but delivers death.
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Cross-References for Deuteronomy 6:2
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“and his commandments”
“and keep his commandments; for this is the whole duty of man.”
“Don't be afraid, for God has come to test you, and that his fear may be before you, that you won't sin.”
“and fear him”
“don't forget my teaching; but let your heart keep my commandments:”
“who walks in his ways.”
“Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour.”
“He who would love life, and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil, and his lips from speaking deceit.,For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:,,,,,,,,”
“'Behold”