And to make thee high above all nations which he hath made, in praise, and in name, and in honour; and that thou mayest be an holy people unto the LORD thy God, as he hath spoken.
And to lift you up above all the nations He has created, in praise, reputation, and honor; so that you will be a holy people belonging to the LORD your God, just as He promised.
God promises to elevate Israel above all other nations in honor and reputation, making them His special, holy people as He said He would.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes at the end of Moses' instructions about bringing firstfruits and tithes to God, where the Israelites were to declare their faithfulness to God's commands. Moses was speaking to the Israelites just before they entered the Promised Land, reminding them of God's covenant promises made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This was part of God's plan to make Israel a distinct, holy nation that would be a light to the surrounding pagan nations.
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