Deuteronomy 6
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 6 of 34
Chapter Summary
The end of the law is obedience.
Key Hebrew Words
Cross-References
- Matthew 22:37
- Mark 12:29–30
People & Context
The speaker delivering Jehovah's commandments to Israel, charging them to love and fear God
The people summoned to hear, love Jehovah, and teach His words to their sons
Patriarch to whom Jehovah swore to give the good land (v10)
Patriarch named in the oath of the land Israel is entering (v10)
Patriarch named in the oath of the land sworn to the fathers (v10)
Ruler of Egypt whose enslavement Israel recalls and from whom Jehovah delivered them (v21-22)
Timeline
The Shema is declared: Hear O Israel the Jehovah our God the Jehovah is one.
Deuteronomy 6:4The Great Commandment is given: love God with all your heart, soul, and might.
Deuteronomy 6:5-6Israel is commanded to teach children diligently when sitting, walking, lying down, and rising.
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