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Deuteronomy 26:15

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

Scripture focus

Look down from thy holy habitation, from heaven, and bless thy people Israel, and the land which thou hast given us, as thou swarest unto our fathers, a land that floweth with milk and honey.

Deuteronomy 26:15 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Deuteronomy 26:15

Theological / Devotional

Look down. A plea for God’s gracious regard. It is, as well, a devout acknowledgement of the exalted position of God, far above all human habitation, and of the fact that all blessings are from Him. Compare the words of David before the congregation (1 Chronicles 29:11-13). See also 2 Chronicles 30:27; Isaiah 63:15; Jeremiah 25:30; Zechariah 2:13.

Bless. The word thus translated means “to kneel.” One derived noun means “knee,” and another, “a blessing.” The expression “bless God” presents the picture of worship to God on bended knee.

As thou swarest. A grateful acknowledgement of God’s unswerving loyalty to His covenant and faithfulness to all His promises. Not only is Jehovah able to fulfill His promises, but it is impossible that He could ever fall short of perfection in carrying them out (see verse 3, also chapters 1:8; 6:3).

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