Deuteronomy 14:2
Deuteronomy 14:2 in Multiple Translations
for you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD has chosen you to be a people for His prized possession out of all the peoples on the face of the earth.
For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God, and the LORD hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people unto himself, above all the nations that are upon the earth.
For thou art a holy people unto Jehovah thy God, and Jehovah hath chosen thee to be a people for his own possession, above all peoples that are upon the face of the earth.
For you are a holy people to the Lord your God, and the Lord has taken you to be his special people out of all the nations on the face of the earth.
because you are a holy people who belong to the Lord your God. The Lord chose you as his special people out of all the nations on earth.
For thou art an holy people vnto ye Lord thy God, and the Lord hath chosen thee to be a precious people vnto himselfe, aboue all the people that are vpon the earth.
for a holy people [art] thou to Jehovah thy God, and on thee hath Jehovah fixed to be to Him for a people, a peculiar treasure, out of all the peoples who [are] on the face of the ground.
For you are a holy people to the LORD your God, and the LORD has chosen you to be a people for his own possession, above all peoples who are on the face of the earth.
For thou art a holy people to the LORD thy God, and the LORD hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people to himself, above all the nations that are upon the earth.
Because thou art a holy people to the Lord thy God: and he chose thee to be his peculiar people of all nations that are upon the earth.
We belong to Yahweh alone. Yahweh chose us from all the other people-groups on the earth to be his special people.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 14:2
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 14:2
- Context
- Cross References
- Deuteronomy 14:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 14:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 14:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 14:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 14:2
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 14:2
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 14:2
Context — Clean and Unclean Animals
2for you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD has chosen you to be a people for His prized possession out of all the peoples on the face of the earth.
3You must not eat any detestable thing. 4These are the animals that you may eat: The ox, the sheep, the goat,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 7:6 | For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for His prized possession out of all peoples on the face of the earth. |
| 2 | Leviticus 20:26 | You are to be holy to Me because I, the LORD, am holy, and I have set you apart from the nations to be My own. |
| 3 | Exodus 19:5–6 | Now if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant, you will be My treasured possession out of all the nations—for the whole earth is Mine. And unto Me you shall be a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.’ These are the words that you are to speak to the Israelites.” |
| 4 | 1 Peter 2:9 | But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 26:18–19 | And today the LORD has proclaimed that you are His people and treasured possession as He promised, that you are to keep all His commandments, that He will set you high in praise and name and honor above all the nations He has made, and that you will be a holy people to the LORD your God, as He has promised. |
| 6 | Leviticus 19:2 | “Speak to the whole congregation of Israel and tell them: Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy. |
| 7 | Titus 2:14 | He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds. |
| 8 | Leviticus 11:45 | For I am the LORD, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt so that I would be your God; therefore be holy, because I am holy. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 28:9 | The LORD will establish you as His holy people, just as He has sworn to you, if you keep the commandments of the LORD your God and walk in His ways. |
| 10 | Isaiah 62:12 | And they will be called the Holy People, the Redeemed of The LORD; and you will be called Sought Out, A City Not Forsaken. |
Deuteronomy 14:2 Summary
This verse reminds us that God has chosen us to be His special people, set apart for His love and purposes. As His prized possession, we are called to live a life that honors and reflects His character, just as the Israelites were called to be holy and obedient to God's commands (Leviticus 19:2, 1 Peter 1:16). We can trust in God's love and care for us, knowing that He has chosen us out of all the peoples on the earth to be His own (Deuteronomy 7:7-8, Jeremiah 31:3). By living in obedience to God and trusting in His love, we can experience the joy and freedom of being His beloved children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a people holy to the LORD our God?
To be holy means to be set apart for God's special purpose, as seen in Deuteronomy 14:2, and to live a life that reflects His character, as taught in Leviticus 19:2 and 1 Peter 1:16.
Why did God choose the Israelites as His prized possession?
God chose the Israelites because of His love and sovereign will, as stated in Deuteronomy 7:7-8, and to demonstrate His glory and redemption plan to the world, as seen in Exodus 19:5-6 and Isaiah 43:10-12.
How does being God's prized possession affect our daily lives?
As God's prized possession, we are called to live a life of obedience, worship, and service to Him, as taught in Romans 12:1-2 and 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, and to trust in His love and care for us, as promised in Jeremiah 31:3 and Matthew 10:29-31.
What is the significance of being chosen out of all the peoples on the face of the earth?
Being chosen out of all peoples emphasizes God's sovereign election and His desire to have a personal relationship with us, as seen in Deuteronomy 14:2 and Acts 17:26-27, and to use us to bless all nations, as promised in Genesis 12:2-3 and Galatians 3:8-9.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can live out my identity as a holy and chosen child of God in my daily life?
- How does the knowledge of being God's prized possession impact my self-worth and confidence?
- In what ways can I trust in God's love and care for me, just as the Israelites were called to trust in His love and provision?
- How can I use my life and resources to bless and serve others, reflecting God's heart of love for all peoples?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 14:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 14:2
Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 14:2
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 14:2
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 14:2
Sermons on Deuteronomy 14:2
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Amos 3:2 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes that God chose Israel not for their merit but out of love, establishing a unique relationship with them to reveal His plan of redemption. He explains that tr |
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The Parable of the Treasure by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink expounds on 'The Parable of the Treasure' from Matthew 13:44, emphasizing that the treasure represents Israel, hidden in the world, and that the man who finds it symboliz |
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A Special Treasure by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of recognizing and overcoming the lies that the enemy plants in our hearts, as illustrated by the Israelites' despair after the spies' rep |
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The Horizon of Divine Purpose - Part 1 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeing the person and purpose as interconnected. They express a strong burden for delivering this message and believe it is |
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(Saved Through the Fire) 04 - Love & Righteousness by Milton Green | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of loving and encouraging one another, as words can hurt. He expresses a desire to share the teachings with the Pope, emphasiz |
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Week of Meetings 01 by Morgan Bartlett | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of knowing and believing in the truth of God. Christians are called to walk in the truth, rejoice in the truth, and preach th |
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Studies in Zechariah 03 Zechariah 3: by John W. Bramhall | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Zechariah, specifically chapter 3. The sermon begins by emphasizing the importance of the blood of Jesus Christ in rebuking the |






