Also every sickness, and every plague, which is not written in the book of this law, them will the LORD bring upon thee, until thou be destroyed.
Also, every disease and every plague that isn't even written in this book of laws, the LORD will bring those upon you too, until you are completely destroyed.
This verse warns that God's judgment for disobedience will include not just the curses already listed, but every possible disease and disaster until complete destruction comes.
📚 Historical Context
The book of Deuteronomy records Moses' farewell speeches to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. In chapter 28, this verse is part of a larger section outlining the blessings for obedience to God's covenant and the curses for disobedience, emphasizing that failure to follow the law could bring unimaginable hardships like unlisted diseases and plagues. This warning was given to motivate the Israelites to remain faithful to God's commands in their new land.
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