KJV ORIGINAL
Ye stand this day all of you before the LORD your God; your captains of your tribes, your elders, and your officers, with all the men of Israel,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Today, all of you are standing here in the presence of the LORD your God—your tribal leaders, your elders, your officials, and all the men of Israel,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how all the people of Israel, from leaders to ordinary citizens, are gathered together before God for an important moment.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place near the end of Moses' life as the Israelites are camped on the plains of Moab, just before entering the Promised Land. Moses is delivering his final speeches and renewing the covenant between God and the people. This gathering represents a formal assembly where the entire nation—regardless of rank or position—stands as equals before God.
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