For I know that after my death ye will utterly corrupt yourselves, and turn aside from the way which I have commanded you; and evil will befall you in the latter days; because ye will do evil in the sight of the LORD, to provoke him to anger through the work of your hands.
I know that after I die, you will completely corrupt yourselves and turn away from the path I have shown you. Trouble will come upon you in the future because you will do what is evil in the LORD's sight, making him angry through the things you create with your own hands.
Moses is warning the Israelites that after his death, they will abandon God's ways and face consequences for their disobedience.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering his farewell address to the Israelites as they stand on the brink of entering the Promised Land, knowing he will not join them. He warns them prophetically that after his death, they will rebel against God's commands, leading to judgment and hardship, which reflects the historical pattern of Israel's unfaithfulness during their wilderness journey. This verse underscores the covenant relationship between God and His people, emphasizing the consequences of breaking it.
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