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Deuteronomy 8:13

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And when thy herds and thy flocks multiply, and thy silver and thy gold is multiplied, and all that thou hast is multiplied;
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And when your cattle and sheep increase in number, and your silver and gold multiply, and everything you own grows and prospers;

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes a time when God blesses someone with growing wealth, livestock, and possessions.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Moses' farewell address to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, warning them about the dangers of forgetting God once they experienced abundance after years of hardship in the wilderness. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, wealth in herds, flocks, and precious metals symbolized God's blessings and provision, but it could also lead to pride and idolatry if not handled with gratitude. Moses drew from their history of divine deliverance to emphasize that all prosperity comes from God.

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