Deuteronomy 20:2
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Deuteronomy 20:2 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Deuteronomy 20:2 is a verse from the book of Deuteronomy in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And it shall be, when ye are come nigh unto the battle, that the priest shall approach and speak unto the people," Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Deuteronomy 20:2 — KJV
“And it shall be, when ye are come nigh unto the battle, that the priest shall approach and speak unto the people,”
— Deuteronomy 20:2 (KJV)
Deuteronomy 20:2 in Context — About the Book of Deuteronomy
Deuteronomy is Moses' farewell sermon on the edge of the Promised Land — a passionate retelling of the law for a new generation. Its heartbeat is love: love God with all your heart, soul, and strength. Jesus quoted Deuteronomy more than almost any other book.
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 20:2
“And the LORD said unto Moses, Lo, I come unto thee in a thick cloud, that the people may hear when I speak with thee, and believe thee for ever. And Moses told the words of the people unto the LORD.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 20:2: come, speak, people
“And the LORD said unto him, Away, get thee down, and thou shalt come up, thou, and Aaron with thee: but let not the priests and the people break through to come up unto the LORD, lest he break forth upon them.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 20:2: come, priest, people
“And Moses alone shall come near the LORD: but they shall not come nigh; neither shall the people go up with him.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 20:2: come, nigh, people
“Then Moses said unto Aaron, This is it that the LORD spake, saying, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me, and before all the people I will be glorified. And Aaron held his peace.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 20:2: come, nigh, people
“And the LORD said unto Moses, Speak unto the priests the sons of Aaron, and say unto them, There shall none be defiled for the dead among his people:”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 20:2: priest, speak, people
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