Deuteronomy 20:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And it shall be, when the officers have made an end of speaking unto the people, that they shall make captains of the armies to lead the people.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And when the officers finish speaking to the people, they will appoint military commanders to lead the troops into battle.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse explains that after the officers give their instructions to the soldiers, they will choose leaders to command the army in battle.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from Moses' instructions about warfare as the Israelites prepared to enter the Promised Land. The 'officers' mentioned were likely military administrators or scribes who would first address the troops with specific instructions about who could be excused from battle (such as those with new homes, vineyards, or engagements). Only after these preliminary matters were settled would the actual military commanders be appointed to lead the remaining soldiers into combat.

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