Deuteronomy 23:6 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Thou shalt not seek their peace nor their prosperity all thy days for ever.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

You must never seek their peace or help them prosper for as long as you live.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse commands the Israelites to permanently avoid making alliances or helping certain enemy nations prosper.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context of Deuteronomy, this verse is part of God's instructions to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, emphasizing separation from nations that had shown hostility. It specifically refers to the Ammonites and Moabites, who had attempted to curse Israel through Balaam and refused to provide aid during their journey. This command was meant to protect the Israelites' identity and security by forbidding alliances with these enemies.

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