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Deuteronomy 16:12

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And thou shalt remember that thou wast a bondman in Egypt: and thou shalt observe and do these statutes.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Remember that you were slaves in Egypt, and carefully follow and obey these laws.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is reminding His people to obey His commands by remembering how He rescued them from slavery in Egypt.

📚 Historical Context

Moses was giving final instructions to the Israelites before they entered the Promised Land, specifically about celebrating religious festivals. This reminder of their slavery in Egypt was meant to cultivate gratitude and humility - they should never forget that God had delivered them from bondage and given them freedom and laws to live by.

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