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Deuteronomy 8:7 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Deuteronomy 8:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 8 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For the LORD thy God bringeth thee into a good land, a land of brooks of water, of fountains and depths that spring out of valleys and hills;”
Deuteronomy 8:7 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 8:7
The description of Canaan as 'a good land' (eretz tovah) contrasts with Egypt's Nile-dependent agriculture and the wilderness' barrenness. The abundance of water sources—'brooks... fountains and depths... valleys and hills'—indicates reliable irrigation independent of single water sources. This demonstrates God's providential preparation: He brings His people into blessing, not hardship. The phrase 'the LORD thy God bringeth thee' emphasizes divine initiative and guidance. God doesn't merely permit but actively leads His people into blessing. The land's goodness reflects God's good character a...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 8:7
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“which Yahweh swore to your fathers to give to them and to their seed”
“and to bring them up out of that land to a good and large land”
“to bring them forth out of the land of Egypt into a land that I had searched out for them”
“and water it. You greatly enrich it. The river of God is full of water. You provide them grain”
“when Yahweh your God shall bring you into the land which he swore to your fathers”
“and you subdued before them the inhabitants of the land”