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Deuteronomy 28:6

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Blessed shalt thou be when thou comest in, and blessed shalt thou be when thou goest out.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

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

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse promises that God will bless His people in all their daily activities - whether they're coming home or leaving to go somewhere.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering a farewell address to the Israelites on the plains of Moab, as they prepare to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. This verse is part of a broader chapter that outlines the blessings God promises for obedience to His covenant laws and the curses for disobedience, reflecting the ancient Near Eastern practice of conditional treaties. It emphasizes God's comprehensive care over the everyday aspects of life for His people.

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