KJV ORIGINAL
Cursed be he that maketh the blind to wander out of the way. And all the people shall say, Amen.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Cursed is anyone who leads a blind person off the right path. And all the people must say, 'Amen.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God declares that anyone who takes advantage of vulnerable people by misleading them will face His judgment.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of twelve curses that Moses commanded the Israelites to recite when they entered the Promised Land, with half the tribes standing on Mount Gerizim for blessings and half on Mount Ebal for curses. These curses addressed hidden sins that might escape human justice but not God's notice. Leading the blind astray was both a literal concern in ancient times and a metaphor for deceiving the vulnerable or disadvantaged.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save