King James Version
What Does Deuteronomy 25:14 Mean?
“Thou shalt not have in thine house divers measures , a great and a small. divers: Heb. an ephah and an ephah”
Context
12
Then thou shalt cut off her hand, thine eye shall not pity her.
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Thou shalt not have in thy bag divers weights , a great and a small. divers: Heb. a stone and a stone
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Thou shalt not have in thine house divers measures , a great and a small. divers: Heb. an ephah and an ephah
15
But thou shalt have a perfect and just weight, a perfect and just measure shalt thou have: that thy days may be lengthened in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
16
For all that do such things, and all that do unrighteously, are an abomination unto the LORD thy God.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**18-20. he shall write him a copy of this law in a book--**The original scroll of the ancient Scriptures was deposited in the sanctuary under the strict custody of the priests (see on De 31:26; 2Ki 22:8). Each monarch, on his accession, was to be furnished with a true and faithful copy, which he was to keep constantly beside him, and daily peruse it, that his character and sentiments being cast into its sanctifying mould, he might discharge his royal functions in the spirit of faith and piety, of humility and a love or righteousness.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Deuteronomy. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Deuteronomy 25:14 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.