Deuteronomy 18:14 Meaning
For these nations, which thou shalt possess, hearkened unto observers of times, and unto diviners: but as for thee, the LORD thy God hath not suffered thee so to do.
Context Explained
12For all that do these things are an abomination unto the LORD: and because of these abominations the LORD thy God doth drive them out from before thee.
13Thou shalt be perfect with the LORD thy God.
14For these nations, which thou shalt possess, hearkened unto observers of times, and unto diviners: but as for thee, the LORD thy God hath not suffered thee so to do.
15The LORD thy God will raise up unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee, of thy brethren, like unto me; unto him ye shall hearken;
16According to all that thou desiredst of the LORD thy God in Horeb in the day of the assembly, saying, Let me not hear again the voice of the LORD my God, neither let me see this great fire any more, that I die not.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Leviticus 20:6
Both verses warn against engaging in practices of divination and emphasize separation from such behaviors.
Galatians 5:20
This verse lists sorcery among the works of the flesh, aligning with the prohibition against divination in Deuteronomy.
Isaiah 8:19
This verse questions why people would seek guidance from the dead, reinforcing the call to rely on God instead.
Source: Deuteronomy 18:14