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And all the people shall say, Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/deuteronomy/27.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />‘Cursed <i>is</i> the one who treats his father or his mother with contempt.’ “And all the people shall say, ‘Amen!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/deuteronomy/27.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />‘Cursed is one who treats his father or mother contemptuously.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/deuteronomy/27.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8216Cursed is he who dishonors his father or mother.&#8217 And all the people shall say, &#8216Amen.&#8217<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/deuteronomy/27.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />‘Cursed is he who dishonors his father or mother.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/deuteronomy/27.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />‘Cursed is he who dishonors his father or mother.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/deuteronomy/27.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />‘Cursed is he who dishonors (treats with contempt) his father or his mother.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/deuteronomy/27.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />‘The one who dishonors his father or mother is cursed.’ And all the people will say, ‘Amen! ’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/deuteronomy/27.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The one who dishonors his father or mother is cursed.&#8217 And all the people will say, &#8216Amen!&#8217 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/deuteronomy/27.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Cursed be he that setteth light by his father or his mother. And all the people shall say, Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/deuteronomy/27.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Cursed be he that setteth light by his father or his mother. And all the people shall say, Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/deuteronomy/27.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />"Whoever curses his father or mother will himself be cursed." Then all the people will say amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/deuteronomy/27.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />"'God's curse on anyone who dishonors his father or mother.' "And all the people will answer, 'Amen!' <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/deuteronomy/27.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />"Cursed is the one who treats his father and mother with dishonor.' "Then all the people are to respond by saying, 'Amen!'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/deuteronomy/27.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Cursed is the one who disrespects his father and mother.' Then all the people will say, 'Amen!'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/deuteronomy/27.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />'Cursed is he who sets light by his father or his mother.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/deuteronomy/27.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Cursed be he that setteth light by his father or his mother: and all the people shall say, Amen.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/deuteronomy/27.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />‘Cursed is he who dishonors his father or mother.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/deuteronomy/27.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />‘Cursed is he who dishonors his father or his mother.’ All the people shall say, ‘Amen.’ <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/deuteronomy/27.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />“Cursed [is] he who is making light of his father and his mother.” And all the people have said, “Amen.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/deuteronomy/27.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Cursed is He who is making light of his father and his mother, -- and all the people have said, Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/deuteronomy/27.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Cursed he making light of his father and his mother: and all the people said, Amen.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/deuteronomy/27.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Cursed be he that honoureth not his father and mother: and all the people shall say: Amen. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/deuteronomy/27.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Cursed be he who does not honor his father and mother. And all the people shall say: Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/deuteronomy/27.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />“Cursed be anyone who dishonors father or mother!” And all the people shall answer, “Amen!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/deuteronomy/27.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />“Cursed be anyone who dishonors father or mother.” All the people shall say, “Amen!”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/deuteronomy/27.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Cursed be he who reviles his father or his mother. And all the people shall say, Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/deuteronomy/27.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Cursed is he who insults his father or his mother, and all the people shall say,”Amen.”<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/deuteronomy/27.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Cursed be he that dishonoureth his father or his mother. And all the people shall say: Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/deuteronomy/27.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Cursed is the man that dishonours his father or his mother: and all the people shall say, So be it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IRhBtZaVxJ0?start=7230" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/deuteronomy/27.htm">Curses Pronounced from Ebal</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">15</span>‘Cursed is the man who makes a carved idol or molten image—an abomination to the LORD, the work of the hands of a craftsman—and sets it up in secret.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ <span class="reftext">16</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/779.htm" title="779: ’ā·rūr (V-Qal-QalPassPrtcpl-ms) -- To curse. A primitive root; to execrate.">‘Cursed is</a> <a href="/hebrew/7034.htm" title="7034: maq·leh (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To be lightly esteemed or dishonored. A primitive root; to be light, but figuratively, only (causatively, hold) in contempt).">he who dishonors</a> <a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: ’ā·ḇîw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application).">his father</a> <a href="/hebrew/517.htm" title="517: wə·’im·mōw (Conj-w:: N-fsc:: 3ms) -- A mother. A primitive word; a mother; in a wide sense (like 'ab).">or mother.’</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">And let all</a> <a href="/hebrew/5971.htm" title="5971: hā·‘ām (Art:: N-ms) -- From amam; a people; specifically, a tribe; hence troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock.">the people</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: wə·’ā·mar (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjPerf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">say,</a> <a href="/hebrew/543.htm" title="543: ’ā·mên (Adv) -- Verily, truly. From 'aman; sure; abstract, faithfulness; adverb, truly.">‘Amen!’</a> </span><span class="reftext">17</span>‘Cursed is he who moves his neighbor’s boundary stone.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/20-12.htm">Exodus 20:12</a></span><br />Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/19-3.htm">Leviticus 19:3</a></span><br />Each of you must respect his mother and father, and you must keep My Sabbaths. I am the LORD your God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/20-20.htm">Proverbs 20:20</a></span><br />Whoever curses his father or mother, his lamp will be extinguished in deepest darkness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/30-17.htm">Proverbs 30:17</a></span><br />As for the eye that mocks a father and scorns obedience to a mother, may the ravens of the valley pluck it out and young vultures devour it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-1.htm">Ephesians 6:1-3</a></span><br />Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. / “Honor your father and mother” (which is the first commandment with a promise), / “that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-4.htm">Matthew 15:4</a></span><br />For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/7-10.htm">Mark 7:10</a></span><br />For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-20.htm">Colossians 3:20</a></span><br />Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/21-17.htm">Exodus 21:17</a></span><br />Anyone who curses his father or mother must surely be put to death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/19-19.htm">Matthew 19:19</a></span><br />honor your father and mother, and love your neighbor as yourself.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/18-20.htm">Luke 18:20</a></span><br />You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, do not murder, do not steal, do not bear false witness, honor your father and mother.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/1-30.htm">Romans 1:30</a></span><br />slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, and boastful. They invent new forms of evil; they disobey their parents.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-2.htm">2 Timothy 3:2</a></span><br />For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/9-25.htm">Genesis 9:25</a></span><br />he said, “Cursed be Canaan! A servant of servants shall he be to his brothers.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/1-8.htm">Proverbs 1:8</a></span><br />Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Cursed be he that sets light by his father or his mother. And all the people shall say, Amen.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/21-18.htm">Deuteronomy 21:18-21</a></b></br> If a man have a stubborn and rebellious son, which will not obey the voice of his father, or the voice of his mother, and <i>that</i>, when they have chastened him, will not hearken unto them: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/20-12.htm">Exodus 20:12</a></b></br> Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/21-17.htm">Exodus 21:17</a></b></br> And he that curseth his father, or his mother, shall surely be put to death.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/deuteronomy/27-15.htm">Amen</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/27-15.htm">Cursed</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-5.htm">Dishonors</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-5.htm">Dishonoureth</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/26-19.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/1-41.htm">Light</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/24-11.htm">Making</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/23-2.htm">Mother</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/27-15.htm">Sets</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/deuteronomy/27-17.htm">Amen</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/27-17.htm">Cursed</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/27-20.htm">Dishonors</a> <a href="/micah/7-6.htm">Dishonoureth</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/28-47.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/judges/9-4.htm">Light</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/29-12.htm">Making</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/27-22.htm">Mother</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/32-22.htm">Sets</a><div class="vheading2">Deuteronomy 27</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/27-1.htm">The people are commanded to write the law upon stones</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/27-5.htm">and to build an altar of whole stones</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/27-11.htm">The tribes to be divided on Gerizim and Ebal</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/27-14.htm">The curses to be pronounced on mount Ebal</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/deuteronomy/27.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/deuteronomy/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/deuteronomy/27.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Cursed is he who dishonors his father or mother.</b><br>This phrase underscores the importance of honoring one's parents, a commandment deeply rooted in the Mosaic Law (<a href="/exodus/20-12.htm">Exodus 20:12</a>). The term "cursed" indicates a divine judgment or consequence for failing to uphold this command. In ancient Israelite society, family was the foundational unit, and respect for parents was crucial for maintaining social order and covenantal faithfulness. Dishonoring parents could include actions or attitudes that bring shame or disrespect, which was seen as a serious offense. This commandment is reiterated in the New Testament, where Jesus emphasizes honoring parents (<a href="/matthew/15-4.htm">Matthew 15:4-6</a>) and Paul reiterates it as the first commandment with a promise (<a href="/ephesians/6-2.htm">Ephesians 6:2-3</a>). The curse serves as a deterrent, highlighting the gravity of the sin and the need for communal adherence to God's laws.<p><b>And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’</b><br>The response of "Amen" by the people signifies their agreement and acceptance of the covenant stipulations. In Hebrew, "Amen" means "so be it" or "truly," indicating a collective affirmation of the curses pronounced. This communal response reflects the corporate nature of Israel's covenant with God, where the entire community is responsible for upholding the law. The public declaration and response serve to reinforce the seriousness of the covenant and the shared commitment to its terms. This practice of communal affirmation is seen throughout Scripture, such as in <a href="/nehemiah/8-6.htm">Nehemiah 8:6</a>, where the people respond with "Amen" during the reading of the Law, and in the New Testament, where "Amen" is used to affirm truths (<a href="/1_corinthians/14-16.htm">1 Corinthians 14:16</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The leader of the Israelites who delivered God's laws and instructions, including the blessings and curses in Deuteronomy.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The chosen people of God, receiving the law as they prepare to enter the Promised Land.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/m/mount_ebal.htm">Mount Ebal</a></b><br>The location where the Israelites were instructed to pronounce curses, including the one in <a href="/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16</a>.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_levites.htm">The Levites</a></b><br>The tribe responsible for proclaiming the curses to the people.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_promised_land.htm">The Promised Land</a></b><br>The land of Canaan, which the Israelites were about to enter, where they were to live according to God's laws.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_family_honor.htm">The Importance of Family Honor</a></b><br>Honoring parents is foundational to a stable and godly society. It reflects our respect for God's ordained authority structures.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_seriousness_of_disobedience.htm">The Seriousness of Disobedience</a></b><br>The curse pronounced in <a href="/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16</a> underscores the gravity of dishonoring parents. It serves as a warning of the spiritual and societal consequences of such actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultural_and_spiritual_implications.htm">Cultural and Spiritual Implications</a></b><br>In ancient Israel, family was central to community life. Disrespect towards parents was seen as a threat to the social fabric and spiritual health of the nation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/n/new_testament_continuity.htm">New Testament Continuity</a></b><br>The command to honor parents is not only an Old Testament principle but is reaffirmed in the New Testament, showing its timeless relevance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_application_in_modern_life.htm">Practical Application in Modern Life</a></b><br>In today's context, honoring parents can take many forms, including respect, care, and support, reflecting our obedience to God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_deuteronomy_27.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 27</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_god's_purpose_for_marriage.htm">What does the Bible say about disrespectful children?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_rude_kids.htm">What does the Bible say about disrespectful children?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_ageism.htm">What does the Bible say about ageism?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_deut._27_15-26_curses_conflict_with_grace.htm">Do the curses in Deuteronomy 27:15-26 conflict with other biblical teachings on punishment and grace, revealing an inconsistency in divine justice?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/deuteronomy/27.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(16) <span class= "bld">Cursed be he that setteth light.</span>--The first curse points to the first two commandments of the first table, and the second to the first commandment in the second table. If we mark off the first offence specified, secret idolatry--the only one which distinctly recalls the <span class= "ital">first </span>commandment of the Law, and also the last general curse which embraces all transgression whatever, the intervening offences seem more easily arranged. We have duty to parents enforced (<a href="/deuteronomy/27-16.htm" title="Cursed be he that sets light by his father or his mother. And all the people shall say, Amen.">Deuteronomy 27:16</a>) and the rights of neighbours (<a href="/deuteronomy/5-17.htm" title="You shall not kill.">Deuteronomy 5:17</a>), the blind (<a href="/deuteronomy/27-18.htm" title="Cursed be he that makes the blind to wander out of the way. And all the people shall say, Amen.">Deuteronomy 27:18</a>), and the unprotected (<a href="/deuteronomy/27-19.htm" title="Cursed be he that perverts the judgment of the stranger, fatherless, and widow. And all the people shall say, Amen.">Deuteronomy 27:19</a>) come next. The next four precepts are all concerned with purity, first in the nearer, afterwards in the more distant relations (<a href="/context/deuteronomy/27-20.htm" title="Cursed be he that lies with his father's wife; because he uncovers his father's skirt. And all the people shall say, Amen.">Deuteronomy 27:20-23</a>). The last two precepts concern slander and treachery (<a href="/context/deuteronomy/27-24.htm" title="Cursed be he that smites his neighbor secretly. And all the people shall say, Amen.">Deuteronomy 27:24-25</a>). Evidently the offences specified are examples of whole classes of actions; and the twelve curses may have some reference to the number of the tribes. . . . <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">‘Cursed [is]</span><br /><span class="heb">אָר֕וּר</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·rūr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_779.htm">Strong's 779: </a> </span><span class="str2">To execrate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he who dishonors</span><br /><span class="heb">מַקְלֶ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(maq·leh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7034.htm">Strong's 7034: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be lightly esteemed or dishonored</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his father</span><br /><span class="heb">אָבִ֖יו</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḇîw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1.htm">Strong's 1: </a> </span><span class="str2">Father</span><br /><br /><span class="word">or mother.’</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאִמּ֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’im·mōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_517.htm">Strong's 517: </a> </span><span class="str2">A mother, )</span><br /><br /><span class="word">And {let} all</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the people</span><br /><span class="heb">הָעָ֖ם</span> <span class="translit">(hā·‘ām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5971.htm">Strong's 5971: </a> </span><span class="str2">A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock</span><br /><br /><span class="word">say,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאָמַ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’ā·mar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><br /><span class="word">‘Amen!’</span><br /><span class="heb">אָמֵֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·mên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_543.htm">Strong's 543: </a> </span><span class="str2">Sure, faithfulness, truly</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">Deuteronomy 27:16 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/deuteronomy/27-16.htm">OT Law: Deuteronomy 27:16 Cursed be he who sets light (Deut. 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