Deuteronomy 31:8
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King James Version (modern wording)
And the LORD, he it is that does go before you; he will be with you, he will not fail you, neither forsake you: fear not, neither be dismayed.
Deuteronomy 31:8 (KJV)
American Standard Version
And Jehovah, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
Deuteronomy 31:8 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.”
Deuteronomy 31:8 (BSB)
Context of Deuteronomy 31:8
In Deuteronomy 31:7 to 8, Moses speaks directly to Joshua in front of all Israel. He assures Joshua that God will go ahead of him and will not leave him, so he does not need to be afraid. This is Moses' final handover of leadership.
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What does Deuteronomy 31:8 say?
Deuteronomy 31:8 in modern King James wording reads: "And the LORD, he it is that does go before you; he will be with you, he will not fail you, neither forsake you: fear not, neither be dismayed."
Where is Deuteronomy 31:8 found in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 31:8 is verse 8 of chapter 31 of the book of Deuteronomy, in the Old Testament. Deuteronomy has 34 chapters.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 31:8?
In Deuteronomy 31:7 to 8, Moses speaks directly to Joshua in front of all Israel. He assures Joshua that God will go ahead of him and will not leave him, so he does not need to be afraid. This is Moses' final handover of leadership.