KJV ORIGINAL
Take heed to yourselves, that your heart be not deceived, and ye turn aside, and serve other gods, and worship them;
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Be careful and watch yourselves, so that your heart isn't deceived, and you don't turn away to serve other gods and worship them.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Moses is warning the people to guard their hearts carefully so they won't be led astray to worship false gods instead of the one true God.
📚 Historical Context
Moses spoke these words to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land after 40 years in the wilderness. The surrounding nations worshipped many different gods, and Moses knew the Israelites would be tempted to adopt these foreign religious practices. This warning was part of Moses' final instructions before his death, emphasizing the importance of remaining faithful to God alone.
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