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And when he sits on the throne as king, he must write out a copy of this law in a book, copying from the one that the Levitical priests keep.
God is requiring that every king must personally write out a copy of God's law so he can study and follow it as he rules.
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King James Version · EnglishAnd it shall be, when he sitteth upon the throne of his kingdom, that he shall write him a copy of this law in a book out of that which is before the priests the Levites:Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering God's laws to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land and establish a nation. This verse specifically addresses the responsibilities of a future king, requiring him to personally write a copy of the law from the original kept by the Levitical priests to ensure he remains accountable to God's commands. This practice was designed to prevent kings from abusing power and to foster a deep respect for divine authority in Israel's leadership.