Deuteronomy 26:2
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Deuteronomy 26:2 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Deuteronomy 26:2 is a verse from the book of Deuteronomy in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "That thou shalt take of the first of all the fruit of the earth, which thou shalt bring of thy land that the LORD thy Go..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Deuteronomy 26:2 — KJV
“That thou shalt take of the first of all the fruit of the earth, which thou shalt bring of thy land that the LORD thy God giveth thee, and shalt put it in a basket, and shalt go unto the place which the LORD thy God shall choose to place his name there.”
— Deuteronomy 26:2 (KJV)
Deuteronomy 26:2 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 26:2
“The first of the firstfruits of thy land thou shalt bring into the house of the LORD thy God. Thou shalt not seethe a kid in his mother's milk.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 26:2: shalt, first, fruit
“The first of the firstfruits of thy land thou shalt bring unto the house of the LORD thy God. Thou shalt not seethe a kid in his mother's milk.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 26:2: shalt, first, fruit
“But unto the place which the LORD your God shall choose out of all your tribes to put his name there, even unto his habitation shall ye seek, and thither thou shalt come:”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 26:2: shalt, lord, god
“And thou shalt eat before the LORD thy God, in the place which he shall choose to place his name there, the tithe of thy corn, of thy wine, and of thine oil, and the firstlings of thy herds and of thy flocks; that thou mayest learn to fear the LORD thy God always.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 26:2: shalt, first, lord
“Then there shall be a place which the LORD your God shall choose to cause his name to dwell there; thither shall ye bring all that I command you; your burnt offerings, and your sacrifices, your tithes, and the heave offering of your hand, and all your choice vows which ye vow unto the LORD: your choice...: Heb. the choice of your vows”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 26:2: bring, lord, god
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