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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/deuteronomy/31.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/deuteronomy/31.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />So Moses wrote down this song that day and taught it to the Israelites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/deuteronomy/31.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />So that very day Moses wrote down the words of the song and taught it to the Israelites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/deuteronomy/31.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day and taught it to the people of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/deuteronomy/31.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />So that very day Moses wrote down this song and taught it to the Israelites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/deuteronomy/31.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Moses therefore wrote this song the same day, and taught it the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/deuteronomy/31.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Therefore Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it to the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/deuteronomy/31.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />So Moses wrote down this song on the same day, and taught it to the sons of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/deuteronomy/31.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it to the sons of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/deuteronomy/31.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it to the sons of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/deuteronomy/31.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day and taught it to the sons of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/deuteronomy/31.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it to the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/deuteronomy/31.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />So Moses wrote down this song on that day and taught it to the Israelites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/deuteronomy/31.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />So Moses wrote down this song on that day and taught it to the Israelites. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/deuteronomy/31.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/deuteronomy/31.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Moses at once wrote down the words to the song, and he taught it to the Israelites. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/deuteronomy/31.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/deuteronomy/31.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />That day Moses wrote down this song and taught it to the Israelites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/deuteronomy/31.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />That same day Moses wrote down the song and taught it to the people of Israel. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/deuteronomy/31.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />So Moses wrote the song that very day and taught it to the Israelis. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/deuteronomy/31.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />So on that day Moses wrote down this song and taught it to the Israelites,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/deuteronomy/31.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/deuteronomy/31.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Moses therefore wrote this song the same day, and taught it to the children of Israel.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/deuteronomy/31.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />So that very day Moses wrote down this song and taught it to the Israelites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/deuteronomy/31.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it to the children of Israel. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/deuteronomy/31.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And Moses writes this song on that day, and teaches it [to] the sons of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/deuteronomy/31.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And Moses writeth this song on that day, and doth teach it the sons of Israel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/deuteronomy/31.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Moses will write this song in that day, and will teach it to the sons of Israel.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/deuteronomy/31.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Moses therefore wrote the canticle and taught it to the children of Israel. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/deuteronomy/31.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Therefore, Moses wrote the canticle, and he taught it to the sons of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/deuteronomy/31.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song that same day, and he taught it to the Israelites. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/deuteronomy/31.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />That very day Moses wrote this song and taught it to the Israelites.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/deuteronomy/31.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Moses therefore wrote this song the same day, and taught it to the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/deuteronomy/31.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Moshe wrote this song in that day and he taught it to the children of Israel.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/deuteronomy/31.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />So Moses wrote this song the same day, and taught it the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/deuteronomy/31.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And Moses wrote this song in that day, and taught it to the children of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/deuteronomy/31-22.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=8844" 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/31.htm">God Commissions Joshua</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">21</span>And when many troubles and afflictions have come upon them, this song will testify against them, because it will not be forgotten from the lips of their descendants. For I know their inclination, even before I bring them into the land that I swore to give them.” <span class="reftext">22</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: ha·hū (Art:: Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">So that very</a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: bay·yō·wm (Prep-b, Art:: N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">day</a> <a href="/hebrew/4872.htm" title="4872: mō·šeh (N-proper-ms) -- A great Isr. leader, prophet and lawgiver. From mashah; drawing out, i.e. Rescued; Mosheh, the Israelite lawgiver.">Moses</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3789.htm" title="3789: way·yiḵ·tōḇ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To write. A primitive root; to grave, by implication, to write.">wrote down</a> <a href="/hebrew/2063.htm" title="2063: haz·zōṯ (Art:: Pro-fs) -- Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that. Irregular feminine of zeh; this.">this</a> <a href="/hebrew/7892.htm" title="7892: haš·šî·rāh (Art:: N-fs) -- A song, singing. Or feminine shiyrah; from shiyr; a song; abstractly, singing.">song</a> <a href="/hebrew/3925.htm" title="3925: way·lam·mə·ḏāh (Conj-w:: V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms:: 3fs) -- A primitive root; properly, to goad, i.e. to teach:(un-) accustomed, X diligently, expert, instruct, learn, skilful, teach(-er,ing).">and taught it</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nê (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">to the Israelites.</a> <a href="/hebrew/3478.htm" title="3478: yiś·rā·’êl (N-proper-ms) -- From sarah and 'el; he will rule as God; Jisrael, a symbolical name of Jacob; also of his posterity."></a> </span><span class="reftext">23</span>Then the LORD commissioned Joshua son of Nun and said, “Be strong and courageous, for you will bring the Israelites into the land that I swore to give them, and I will be with you.”…<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="/joshua/1-8.htm">Joshua 1:8</a></span><br />This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-11.htm">Psalm 119:11</a></span><br />I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-16.htm">Colossians 3:16</a></span><br />Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16-17</a></span><br />All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/24-26.htm">Joshua 24:26</a></span><br />Joshua recorded these things in the Book of the Law of God. Then he took a large stone and set it up there under the oak that was near the sanctuary of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/10-25.htm">1 Samuel 10:25</a></span><br />Then Samuel explained to the people the rights of kingship. He wrote them on a scroll and laid it up before the LORD. And Samuel sent all the people away, each to his own home.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/34-30.htm">2 Chronicles 34:30</a></span><br />And he went up to the house of the LORD with all the people of Judah and Jerusalem, as well as the priests and the Levites—all the people great and small—and in their hearing he read all the words of the Book of the Covenant that had been found in the house of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/8-8.htm">Nehemiah 8:8</a></span><br />So they read from the Book of the Law of God, explaining it and giving insight, so that the people could understand what was being read.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/1-2.htm">Psalm 1:2</a></span><br />But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/36-2.htm">Jeremiah 36:2</a></span><br />“Take a scroll and write on it all the words I have spoken to you concerning Israel, Judah, and all the nations, from the day I first spoke to you during the reign of Josiah until today.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/4-4.htm">Matthew 4:4</a></span><br />But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/15-7.htm">John 15:7</a></span><br />If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Romans 15:4</a></span><br />For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-12.htm">Hebrews 4:12</a></span><br />For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/1-3.htm">Revelation 1:3</a></span><br />Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear and obey what is written in it, because the time is near.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Moses therefore wrote this song the same day, and taught it the children of Israel.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/31-9.htm">Deuteronomy 31:9,19</a></b></br> And Moses wrote this law, and delivered it unto the priests the sons of Levi, which bare the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and unto all the elders of Israel… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/deuteronomy/31-19.htm">Children</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-19.htm">Israel</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-19.htm">Israelites</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-16.htm">Moses</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-21.htm">Song</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/11-19.htm">Taught</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-19.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-19.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-9.htm">Writeth</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-9.htm">Wrote</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/deuteronomy/31-23.htm">Children</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-23.htm">Israel</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-23.htm">Israelites</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-24.htm">Moses</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-30.htm">Song</a> <a href="/judges/3-2.htm">Taught</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/33-10.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/32-2.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/joshua/8-32.htm">Writeth</a> <a href="/joshua/8-32.htm">Wrote</a><div class="vheading2">Deuteronomy 31</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-1.htm">Moses encourages the people</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-7.htm">He encourages Joshua</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-9.htm">He delivers the law unto the priests to be read in the seventh year</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-14.htm">God gives a charge to Joshua</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-19.htm">and a song to testify against the people</a></span><br><span class="reftext">24. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-24.htm">Moses delivers the book of the law to the Levites to keep</a></span><br><span class="reftext">28. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-28.htm">He makes a protestation</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/31.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/31.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>So that very day</b><br>This phrase indicates immediacy and urgency in Moses' actions. It reflects the importance of the task at hand, as Moses was nearing the end of his life and leadership. The context is the transition of leadership to Joshua, and the need to ensure the Israelites remember God's laws and promises. This urgency is mirrored in other biblical instances where immediate action is required, such as in the Passover preparations (<a href="/exodus/12-11.htm">Exodus 12:11</a>).<p><b>Moses wrote down</b><br>Moses is traditionally credited with writing the first five books of the Bible, known as the Pentateuch. This act of writing signifies the importance of preserving God's words and commands for future generations. Writing was a common practice for recording important events and laws in ancient Near Eastern cultures, as seen in the Code of Hammurabi. The act of writing also underscores the divine inspiration and authority of the Scriptures.<p><b>this song</b><br>The song referred to is the Song of Moses, found in <a href="/deuteronomy/32.htm">Deuteronomy 32</a>. It serves as a witness against the Israelites, reminding them of God's faithfulness and their potential unfaithfulness. Songs and poetry were effective mnemonic devices in ancient cultures, aiding in the oral transmission of important teachings. This song is prophetic, warning of Israel's future rebellion and God's subsequent judgment, yet also promising restoration.<p><b>and taught it</b><br>Moses not only wrote the song but also taught it to the Israelites, emphasizing the importance of understanding and internalizing God's message. Teaching was a crucial aspect of leadership in Israel, as seen in the roles of priests and prophets. This mirrors the Great Commission in <a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>, where Jesus instructs His disciples to teach all nations.<p><b>to the Israelites</b><br>The Israelites were God's chosen people, set apart to be a holy nation and a kingdom of priests (<a href="/exodus/19-6.htm">Exodus 19:6</a>). This teaching was specifically for them, highlighting their covenant relationship with God. The Israelites' history of receiving and sometimes rejecting God's word is a recurring theme throughout the Old Testament, pointing to the need for a new covenant, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ (<a href="/jeremiah/31-31.htm">Jeremiah 31:31-34</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The central figure in this passage, Moses is the leader of the Israelites and the one who receives and transmits God's laws and instructions. Here, he writes a song as commanded by God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The chosen people of God, who are about to enter the Promised Land. Moses teaches them the song to remind them of God's faithfulness and their covenant obligations.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_song_of_moses.htm">The Song of Moses</a></b><br>This is a prophetic song given by God to Moses to serve as a witness against the Israelites if they turn away from God. It is a tool for teaching and remembrance.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_promised_land.htm">The Promised Land</a></b><br>The land of Canaan, which the Israelites are about to enter. It represents God's promise and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_tabernacle.htm">The Tabernacle</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the Tabernacle is the dwelling place of God among His people, symbolizing His presence and guidance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_remembrance.htm">The Power of Remembrance</a></b><br>Moses' song serves as a tool for remembering God's faithfulness and the covenant. In our lives, we should use songs, scripture, and other means to remember God's work and promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_teaching.htm">The Role of Teaching</a></b><br>Moses not only writes the song but also teaches it to the Israelites. This highlights the importance of teaching and passing down God's truths to future generations.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/o/obedience_to_god's_commands.htm">Obedience to God's Commands</a></b><br>Moses' obedience in writing and teaching the song is a model for us. We are called to obey God's instructions, even when they require effort and commitment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_witnesses.htm">The Importance of Witnesses</a></b><br>The song serves as a witness against the Israelites if they turn away from God. Similarly, we should have reminders and accountability in our spiritual walk.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/preparation_for_the_future.htm">Preparation for the Future</a></b><br>As the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land, the song prepares them spiritually. We should also prepare ourselves spiritually for the challenges and blessings ahead.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_deuteronomy_31.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 31</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_are_there_anachronisms_in_genesis.htm">If Moses wrote the Torah, why are there anachronisms such as references to kings in Genesis?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_god_promise_joshua.htm">What did God promise Joshua?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_moses_write_about_his_death.htm">If Moses himself wrote Deuteronomy, how could he narrate his own death and burial (Deut. 34:5–6)? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/did_god_order_human_sacrifice.htm">Did God command human sacrifice? (Genesis 22:2 vs. Deuteronomy 12:31)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/deuteronomy/31-22.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">So that very</span><br /><span class="heb">הַה֑וּא</span> <span class="translit">(ha·hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">day</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּיּ֣וֹם</span> <span class="translit">(bay·yō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> </span><span class="str2">A day</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Moses</span><br /><span class="heb">מֹשֶׁ֛ה</span> <span class="translit">(mō·šeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4872.htm">Strong's 4872: </a> </span><span class="str2">Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver</span><br /><br /><span class="word">wrote down</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּכְתֹּ֥ב</span> <span class="translit">(way·yiḵ·tōḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3789.htm">Strong's 3789: </a> </span><span class="str2">To grave, to write</span><br /><br /><span class="word">this</span><br /><span class="heb">הַזֹּ֖את</span> <span class="translit">(haz·zōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Pronoun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2063.htm">Strong's 2063: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that, </span><br /><br /><span class="word">song</span><br /><span class="heb">הַשִּׁירָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(haš·šî·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7892.htm">Strong's 7892: </a> </span><span class="str2">A song, singing</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and taught it</span><br /><span class="heb">וַֽיְלַמְּדָ֖הּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·lam·mə·ḏāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3925.htm">Strong's 3925: </a> </span><span class="str2">To exercise in, learn</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the Israelites.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">Deuteronomy 31:22 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/deuteronomy/31-22.htm">OT Law: Deuteronomy 31:22 So Moses wrote this song the same (Deut. 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