Old Testament
Book of Deuteronomy
Moses gives his farewell speeches to a new generation on the edge of the promised land. He retells their story, restates the law, and urges them to love God with everything they have and choose life.
At a glance
Deuteronomy key facts
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Chapters
- 34
- Author
- Traditionally attributed to Moses
- When it was written
- Traditionally on the plains of Moab, around 1400 BC; some scholars place its final form later
- Main theme
- Love and obey the one God as the covenant is renewed
- Key verse
- Deuteronomy 6:5
Summary
What is Deuteronomy about?
Moses gives his farewell speeches to a new generation on the edge of the promised land. He retells their story, restates the law, and urges them to love God with everything they have and choose life.
Key verse
A key verse in Deuteronomy
“And you shall love the LORD your God with all yours heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might.”
34 chapters
Deuteronomy chapters
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Questions
Deuteronomy: common questions
Who wrote the book of Deuteronomy?
Traditionally attributed to Moses.
When was Deuteronomy written?
Traditionally on the plains of Moab, around 1400 BC; some scholars place its final form later.
What is the book of Deuteronomy about?
Moses gives his farewell speeches to a new generation on the edge of the promised land. He retells their story, restates the law, and urges them to love God with everything they have and choose life.
How many chapters are in Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy has 34 chapters, in the Old Testament.
What is a key verse in Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy 6:5: “And you shall love the LORD your God with all yours heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might.” (KJV).
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