Translations
Modern
Like the nations that the LORD has destroyed before you, so you will perish if you do not obey the LORD your God.
Traditional
As the nations which the Lord destroyeth before your face, so shall ye perish; because ye would not be obedient unto the voice of the Lord your God.
Literal
As the nations that YHWH destroys before you, so you shall perish, because you would not listen to the voice of YHWH your God.
Latin
Sicut gentes, quas delevit Dominus in introitu tuo, ita et vos peribitis, si inobedientes fueritis voci Domini Dei vestri.
Original
Hebrew
English
Like the nations that the LORD has destroyed before you, so you will perish if you do not obey the LORD your God.
Notes
After Israel settled in the land, they might begin to think that their success came from their own strength and skill. This is a common human tendency.
Moses warned them not to become proud or congratulate themselves. They must remember that God alone gives prosperity and success. All that they achieve comes from him.
Theme notes and profiles
Ancient Law Codes Curses and Blessings Oppression of God’s People Remember Him
Glossary
Archaeology and the Bible Biblical Concept of Law Deuteronomy, Book of