And it shall be our righteousness, if we observe to do all these commandments before the LORD our God, as he hath commanded us.
And it will be our righteousness if we carefully obey all these commandments before the LORD our God, just as he has commanded us.
This verse is saying that doing what God commands will be considered righteousness in his eyes.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering his final speeches to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land after 40 years of wandering in the wilderness. He is reiterating the laws and commandments God gave at Mount Sinai, emphasizing that their righteousness before God depends on faithfully obeying these instructions as part of their covenant relationship. This context underscores the Old Testament principle that obedience to God's commands was key to experiencing His blessings and maintaining their identity as His chosen people.
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