Deuteronomy · Chapter 23 King James Version

Deuteronomy 23:14

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The Scripture

(14) For the LORD thy God walketh in the midst of thy camp, to deliver thee, and to give up thine enemies before thee; therefore shall thy camp be holy: that he see no unclean thing in thee, and turn away from thee.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

The chapter continues Moses' instructions for the Israelites, covering the care of livestock and the prohibition against eating the meat of a living animal. It also details the treatment of the blind and lame, emphasizing compassion and the importance of not oppressing the vulnerable. Overall, the passage stresses justice, mercy, and the proper handling of animals.

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