Deuteronomy 23:14 · KJV

"For the LORD thy God walketh in the midst of thy camp, to deliver thee, and to give up thine enemies before thee; therefore shall thy camp be holy: that he see no unclean thing in thee, and turn away from thee."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹²Thou shalt have a place also without the camp, whither thou shalt go forth abroad:

¹³And thou shalt have a paddle upon thy weapon; and it shall be, when thou wilt ease thyself abroad, thou shalt dig therewith, and shalt turn back and cover that which cometh from thee:

¹⁴For the LORD thy God walketh in the midst of thy camp, to deliver thee, and to give up thine enemies before thee; therefore shall thy camp be holy: that he see no unclean thing in thee, and turn away from thee.

¹⁵Thou shalt not deliver unto his master the servant which is escaped from his master unto thee:

¹⁶He shall dwell with thee, even among you, in that place which he shall choose in one of thy gates, where it liketh him best: thou shalt not oppress him.

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Reflection Questions

How do you perceive God's presence in your life?

What does holiness mean for you in your daily actions?

When have you felt the need to purify your surroundings or actions?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on how to create a holy atmosphere in your home and community.

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Consider ways to honor God's presence in your daily life.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse emphasizes God's presence among His people, which is fulfilled in Jesus, who is Immanuel, meaning 'God with us'.

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