Deuteronomy 23
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 23 of 34
Chapter Summary
Who may or may not enter into the congregation. 15 Of the fugitive servant. 17 Of filthiness. 18 Of abominable sacrifices. 19 Of usury. 21 Of vows. 24 Of trespasses.
Key Hebrew Words
People & Context
Son of Beor from Pethor, hired by Ammon and Moab to curse Israel; Jehovah turned his curse to blessing (vv. 4-5).
Father of Balaam, named to identify the diviner's lineage (v. 4).
Timeline
Emasculated men, illegitimate children, Ammonites, and Moabites are barred from entering the assembly of Jehovah. Edomites and Egyptians may enter in the third generation.
Deuteronomy 23:1-8Soldiers with nocturnal emissions must bathe outside the camp until evening. The camp must also have a designated latrine area outside, using a tool to cover excrement, because God walks in the camp.
Deuteronomy 23:9-14An escaped slave seeking refuge must not be returned to his master, but allowed to live freely in any chosen town without oppression.
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