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Deuteronomy 33:28

King James Version (KJV)

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Deuteronomy 33:28

Verse 28 of 29

Scripture focus

Israel then shall dwell in safety alone: the fountain of Jacob [shall be] upon a land of corn and wine; also his heavens shall drop down dew.

Deuteronomy 33:28 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:28

Theological / Devotional

Dwell in safety. Jewish commentators apply these words to the reign of Solomon (see 1 Kings 4:25; cf. Jeremiah 23:6).

The fountain of Jacob. Generally taken to be a reference to the unfailing stream of descendants of the patriarch Jacob (see Isaiah 48:1; cf. Psalm 68:26).

Liars. The surrounding people would approach Israel under the guise of friendship and humility in order to court their favor. The Hebrew root verb suggests fawning, cringing submission (see Psalm 18:44 ; 66:3; 81:14).

Tread upon. Be triumphant over their enemies (Amos 4:13; Micah 1:3). None would be able to stand before them.

The final verses of this chapter are an encouragement to have faith in God. He is supreme. He greatly blesses His faithful children, giving them security, peace, and an abundance of the good things of life. Finally, He will give them an eternal inheritance. God’s children should ever be of good courage.

By SdaBc