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Deuteronomy 8:20 Cross-References
Explore 2 cross-references for Deuteronomy 8:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 8 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“As the nations which the LORD destroyeth before your face, so shall ye perish; because ye would not be obedient unto the voice of the LORD your God.”
Deuteronomy 8:20 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 8:20
The comparison 'As the nations which the LORD destroyeth... so shall ye perish' makes Israel's potential fate explicit. The same God who judges Canaanite nations for wickedness will judge Israel for the same offenses. This destroys any notion of unconditional immunity—election doesn't mean freedom from judgment but greater accountability. The reason given is singular and sufficient: 'because ye would not be obedient unto the voice of the LORD your God.' The Hebrew lo tishme'un (would not be obedient/hearken) emphasizes willful disobedience, not mere failure. Privilege increases responsibility;...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 8:20
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“all Israel have transgressed your law”
“and despised his words”