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Deuteronomy 28:40

King James Version (KJV)

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Deuteronomy 28:40

Verse 40 of 68

Scripture focus

Thou shalt have olive trees throughout all thy coasts, but thou shalt not anoint [thyself] with the oil; for thine olive shall cast [his fruit].

Deuteronomy 28:40 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Deuteronomy 28:40

Theological / Devotional

Not anoint. Compare Micah 6:15 for similar language. On the Oriental custom of anointing the body with olive oil, see 2 Sam. 12:20; 14:2; 2 Chron. 28:15.

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