Deuteronomy 28:19 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Cursed shalt thou be when thou comest in, and cursed shalt thou be when thou goest out.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

You will be cursed when you come in, and you will be cursed when you go out.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse warns that disobedience to God will bring consequences that affect every aspect of daily life, both at home and away.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Moses' final speech to the Israelites before they entered the Promised Land, specifically detailing the curses that would come if they disobeyed God's commands. The phrase 'coming in and going out' was a Hebrew expression meaning all of one's daily activities and life circumstances. Moses was warning the people that turning away from God would bring comprehensive judgment affecting every area of their lives.

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