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Deuteronomy 1:32

Deuteronomy 1:32 in Multiple Translations

But in spite of all this, you did not trust the LORD your God,

Yet in this thing ye did not believe the LORD your God,

Yet in this thing ye did not believe Jehovah your God,

But for all this, you had no faith in the Lord your God,

Despite all this, you didn't trust the Lord your God,

Yet for all this ye did not beleeue the Lord your God,

'And in this thing ye are not stedfast in Jehovah your God,

Yet in this thing you didn’t believe the LORD your God,

Yet in this thing ye did not believe the LORD your God,

And yet for all this you did not believe the Lord your God,

I reminded them that he always went ahead of them while they traveled in the desert. He directed them by a pillar of fire during the night and a pillar of cloud during the day. He showed them places to set up their tents. But in spite of what I said, your ancestors would not trust Yahweh our God.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Deuteronomy 1:32

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Deuteronomy 1:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וּ/בַ/דָּבָ֖ר הַ/זֶּ֑ה אֵֽינְ/כֶם֙ מַאֲמִינִ֔ם בַּ/יהוָ֖ה אֱלֹהֵי/כֶֽם
וּ/בַ/דָּבָ֖ר dâbâr H1697 Chronicles Conj | Prep | N-ms
הַ/זֶּ֑ה zeh H2088 this Art | Pron
אֵֽינְ/כֶם֙ ʼayin H369 nothing Part | Suff
מַאֲמִינִ֔ם ʼâman H539 be faithful V-Hiphil
בַּ/יהוָ֖ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord Prep | N-proper
אֱלֹהֵי/כֶֽם ʼĕlôhîym H430 God N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 1:32

וּ/בַ/דָּבָ֖ר dâbâr H1697 "Chronicles" Conj | Prep | N-ms
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
הַ/זֶּ֑ה zeh H2088 "this" Art | Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning this or that, used to point out a specific person or thing. It appears in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms, to indicate something specific. The KJV translates it as he, here, or it.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, another, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 1061 OT verses. KJV: he, [idiom] hence, [idiom] here, it(-self), [idiom] now, [idiom] of him, the one...the other, [idiom] than the other, ([idiom] out of) the (self) same, such (a one) that, these, this (hath, man), on this side...on that side, [idiom] thus, very, which. Compare H2063 (זֹאת), H2090 (זֹה), H2097 (זוֹ), H2098 (זוּ). See also: Genesis 5:1; Exodus 10:17; Numbers 14:16.
אֵֽינְ/כֶם֙ ʼayin H369 "nothing" Part | Suff
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
מַאֲמִינִ֔ם ʼâman H539 "be faithful" V-Hiphil
This Hebrew word means to be faithful or trustworthy, as seen in the KJV translations. It can also mean to support or confirm something, and is used in passages like Psalm 37:3 to describe trusting in God. The concept of faithfulness is central to the book of Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to support, confirm, be faithful 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to support, confirm, be faithful, uphold, nourish 1a1a) foster-father (subst.) 1a1b) foster-mother, nurse 1a1c) pillars, supporters of the door 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be established, be faithful, be carried, make firm 1b1a) to be carried by a nurse 1b1b) made firm, sure, lasting 1b1c) confirmed, established, sure 1b1d) verified, confirmed 1b1e) reliable, faithful, trusty 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to stand firm, to trust, to be certain, to believe in 1c1a) stand firm 1c1b) trust, believe Aramaic equivalent: a.man (אֲמַן "to trust" H0540)
Usage: Occurs in 102 OT verses. KJV: hence, assurance, believe, bring up, establish, [phrase] fail, be faithful (of long continuance, stedfast, sure, surely, trusty, verified), nurse, (-ing father), (put), trust, turn to the right. See also: Genesis 15:6; Job 24:22; Psalms 12:2.
בַּ/יהוָ֖ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֱלֹהֵי/כֶֽם ʼĕlôhîym H430 "God" N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.

Study Notes — Deuteronomy 1:32

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1 Psalms 106:24 They despised the pleasant land; they did not believe His promise.
2 Jude 1:5 Although you are fully aware of this, I want to remind you that after Jesus had delivered His people out of the land of Egypt, He destroyed those who did not believe.
3 Hebrews 3:18–19 And to whom did He swear that they would never enter His rest? Was it not to those who disobeyed? So we see that it was because of their unbelief that they were unable to enter.
4 Psalms 78:22 because they did not believe God or rely on His salvation.
5 Hebrews 3:12 See to it, brothers, that none of you has a wicked heart of unbelief that turns away from the living God.
6 Isaiah 7:9 The head of Ephraim is Samaria, and the head of Samaria is the son of Remaliah. If you do not stand firm in your faith, then you will not stand at all.’”
7 2 Chronicles 20:20 Early in the morning they got up and left for the Wilderness of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood up and said, “Hear me, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Believe in the LORD your God, and you will be upheld; believe in His prophets, and you will succeed.”

Deuteronomy 1:32 Summary

[This verse is saying that even though God did many amazing things for the Israelites, they still didn't trust Him. They saw Him fight for them in Egypt and take care of them in the wilderness, but they didn't have faith in His power and love. We can learn from their mistake by trusting God in our own lives, just like it says in Psalm 37:3-7. By remembering God's past faithfulness, like in Deuteronomy 1:30-31, we can choose to trust Him more and experience His blessings and protection.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to trust in the Lord?

Trusting in the Lord means having faith in His power, love, and guidance, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:32, and obeying His commands, as taught in Proverbs 3:5-6.

Why did the Israelites fail to trust God despite His many miracles?

The Israelites failed to trust God because of their own fear and unbelief, despite witnessing many miracles, such as the parting of the Red Sea in Exodus 14:13-31 and the provision of manna in Exodus 16:4-36.

How can we apply the lesson of Deuteronomy 1:32 to our own lives?

We can apply this lesson by remembering God's past faithfulness, as in Deuteronomy 1:30-31, and choosing to trust Him in our current circumstances, as encouraged in Psalm 37:3-7 and Jeremiah 29:11.

What are the consequences of not trusting in God?

The consequences of not trusting in God can be severe, including God's anger and disappointment, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:34, and missing out on the blessings and protection He desires to give us, as taught in Numbers 14:11 and Hebrews 3:12-19.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I have seen God work in my life, and how can I trust Him more in the present?
  2. In what areas of my life am I currently struggling to trust God, and what scripture can I meditate on to increase my faith?
  3. How can I cultivate a deeper trust in God's goodness and love for me, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:31?
  4. What are some practical steps I can take to obey God's commands and trust in His guidance, as taught in Proverbs 3:5-6?

Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 1:32

Yet in this thing ye did not believe the Lord your God. That they might go up and possess the land at once, and that he would fight for them, and subdue their enemies under them; or notwithstanding

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 1:32

And ye came near unto me every one of you, and said, We will send men before us, and they shall search us out the land, and bring us word again by what way we must go up, and into what cities we shall come.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:32

In this matter which God commanded and encouraged you to do, to wit, in going in confidently to possess the land. Or, in this word, whereby God promised to fight for you, and assured you of good success.

Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:32

Deuteronomy 1:32 Yet in this thing ye did not believe the LORD your God,Ver. 32. Ye did not believe.] Sic surdo plerunque fabulam: there was none within to make answer. "Who hath believed our report?" &c. We cannot get men to credit us.

Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 1:32

32. Yet in this thing] Rather, in spite of this word, Deuteronomy 1:29-31. ye did not believe] Heb. ye were not believing (participle), i.e. ye continued, or persisted, not to believe.

Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:32

29-33. Then I said unto you — Moses here relates his attempt to inspire the disheartened people with confidence in Jehovah their God, by reminding them of what was done for them in Egypt and in the wilderness.

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