Deuteronomy 23:8
Deuteronomy 23:8 in Multiple Translations
The third generation of children born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD.
The children that are begotten of them shall enter into the congregation of the LORD in their third generation.
The children of the third generation that are born unto them shall enter into the assembly of Jehovah.
Their children in the third generation may come into the meeting of the Lord's people.
The third generation of their children are allowed to enter the Lord's sanctuary.
The children that are begotten of them in their thirde generation, shall enter into the Congregation of the Lord.
sons who are begotten of them, a third generation of them, doth enter into the assembly of Jehovah.
The children of the third generation who are born to them may enter into the LORD’s assembly.
The children that are begotten by them shall enter into the congregation of the LORD in their third generation.
They that are born of them, in the third generation shall enter into the church of the Lord.
The children and grandchildren of people from Edom and Egypt who live among you may be ◄included among/allowed to worship with► Yahweh’s people.”
Berean Amplified Bible — Deuteronomy 23:8
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Deuteronomy 23:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לֹֽא
תְתַעֵ֣ב
אֲדֹמִ֔י
כִּ֥י
אָחִ֖י/ךָ
ה֑וּא
לֹא
תְתַעֵ֣ב
מִצְרִ֔י
כִּי
גֵ֖ר
הָיִ֥יתָ
בְ/אַרְצֽ/וֹ
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תְתַעֵ֣ב
taʻâb
H8581
to abhor
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
אֲדֹמִ֔י
ʼĔdômîy
H130
Edomite
Ngmsa
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אָחִ֖י/ךָ
ʼâch
H251
brother
N-ms | Suff
ה֑וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תְתַעֵ֣ב
taʻâb
H8581
to abhor
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
מִצְרִ֔י
Mitsrîy
H4713
Egyptian
Ngmsa
כִּי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
גֵ֖ר
gêr
H1616
sojourner
N-ms
הָיִ֥יתָ
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
בְ/אַרְצֽ/וֹ
ʼerets
H776
land
Prep | N-cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 23:8
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תְתַעֵ֣ב
taʻâb
H8581
"to abhor"
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
To abhor or detest something is what this Hebrew word means, and it is often used in a moral or ritual sense. It can also mean to cause something to be detested.
Definition: 1) to abhor, be abominable, do abominably 1a) (Niphal) to be abhorred, be detested 1a1) in the ritual sense 1a2) in the ethical sense 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to loathe, abhor, regard as an abomination 1b1a) in the ritual sense 1b1b) in the ethical sense 1b2) to cause to be an abomination 1c) (Hiphil) to make abominable, do abominably 1c1) in the ritual sense 1c2) in the ethical sense Also means: ta.av (תָּאַב "to loathe" H8374)
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: (make to be) abhor(-red), (be, commit more, do) abominable(-y), [idiom] utterly. See also: Deuteronomy 7:26; Psalms 53:2; Psalms 5:7.
אֲדֹמִ֔י
ʼĔdômîy
H130
"Edomite"
Ngmsa
An Edomite is someone from Edom, a region in the Bible, descended from Esau. The Edomites are mentioned throughout the Old Testament, often in relation to the Israelites.
Definition: Someone from Edom, an Edomite Group of e.dom (אֱדוֹם "Edom" H0123)
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Edomite. See also: Deuteronomy 23:8; 1 Kings 11:14; Psalms 52:2.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
אָחִ֖י/ךָ
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
ה֑וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תְתַעֵ֣ב
taʻâb
H8581
"to abhor"
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
To abhor or detest something is what this Hebrew word means, and it is often used in a moral or ritual sense. It can also mean to cause something to be detested.
Definition: 1) to abhor, be abominable, do abominably 1a) (Niphal) to be abhorred, be detested 1a1) in the ritual sense 1a2) in the ethical sense 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to loathe, abhor, regard as an abomination 1b1a) in the ritual sense 1b1b) in the ethical sense 1b2) to cause to be an abomination 1c) (Hiphil) to make abominable, do abominably 1c1) in the ritual sense 1c2) in the ethical sense Also means: ta.av (תָּאַב "to loathe" H8374)
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: (make to be) abhor(-red), (be, commit more, do) abominable(-y), [idiom] utterly. See also: Deuteronomy 7:26; Psalms 53:2; Psalms 5:7.
מִצְרִ֔י
Mitsrîy
H4713
"Egyptian"
Ngmsa
In the Bible, this word refers to an Egyptian, someone from the country of Egypt. It appears in the Old Testament, describing people from this northeastern African nation. Egyptians are mentioned in books like Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: Group of mits.ra.yim (מִצְרַ֫יִם "Egypt" H4714G) § Egyptian, of Egypt "double straits" Egyptian-an inhabitant or citizen of Egypt an Egyptian
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: Egyptian, of Egypt. See also: Genesis 12:12; Exodus 8:17; Ezra 9:1.
כִּי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
גֵ֖ר
gêr
H1616
"sojourner"
N-ms
A sojourner is a foreigner or temporary resident, lacking inherited rights, but often given concessions in Israel. This term appears in the Bible to describe outsiders living among God's people.
Definition: 1) sojourner 1a) a temporary inhabitant, a newcomer lacking inherited rights 1b) of foreigners in Israel, though conceded rights
Usage: Occurs in 83 OT verses. KJV: alien, sojourner, stranger. See also: Genesis 15:13; Deuteronomy 10:19; Psalms 39:13.
הָיִ֥יתָ
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בְ/אַרְצֽ/וֹ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Prep | N-cs | Suff
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 23:8
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- Deuteronomy 23:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 23:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 23:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 23:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 23:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 23:8
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 23:8
Context — Exclusion from the Congregation
6You are not to seek peace or prosperity from them as long as you live.
7Do not despise an Edomite, for he is your brother. Do not despise an Egyptian, because you lived as a foreigner in his land.
8The third generation of children born to them may enter the assembly of the LORD.
9When you are encamped against your enemies, then you shall keep yourself from every wicked thing. 10If any man among you becomes unclean because of a nocturnal emission, he must leave the camp and stay outside.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 20:5–6 | You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on their children to the third and fourth generations of those who hate Me, but showing loving devotion to a thousand generations of those who love Me and keep My commandments. |
| 2 | Ephesians 2:12–13 | remember that at that time you were separate from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world. But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 23:1–3 | No man with crushed or severed genitals may enter the assembly of the LORD. No one of illegitimate birth may enter the assembly of the LORD, nor may any of his descendants, even to the tenth generation. No Ammonite or Moabite or any of their descendants may enter the assembly of the LORD, even to the tenth generation. |
| 4 | Romans 3:29–30 | Is God the God of Jews only? Is He not the God of Gentiles too? Yes, of Gentiles too, since there is only one God, who will justify the circumcised by faith and the uncircumcised through that same faith. |
Deuteronomy 23:8 Summary
Deuteronomy 23:8 tells us that the third generation of children born to foreigners who have joined the Israelites can become part of the assembly of the Lord. This means that after a few generations, these foreigners would be considered full members of the community, just like the Israelites themselves. This verse shows us that God is a God of love and inclusion, who wants people from all nations to be part of His family (as seen in Revelation 7:9). It also reminds us that becoming part of God's community takes time and involves learning to follow His ways, as described in Deuteronomy 6:4-9.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by 'the third generation of children born to them' in Deuteronomy 23:8?
This phrase refers to the grandchildren of foreigners who have joined the Israelites, as seen in the context of Deuteronomy 23:7, which mentions Edomites and Egyptians. The third generation would be considered part of the assembly of the Lord, as they would have been born and raised within the Israelite community, much like the process described in Ezekiel 47:22-23.
Why were the Israelites initially excluded from having foreigners in their assembly?
The Israelites were initially excluded from having foreigners in their assembly because of the risk of idolatry and the potential for foreigners to lead the Israelites astray, as warned in Deuteronomy 7:3-4 and Exodus 34:15-17. However, as seen in Deuteronomy 23:8, God provided a way for foreigners to become part of the assembly after multiple generations.
Does this verse apply to the church today?
While Deuteronomy 23:8 was specifically written to the Israelites, the principle of including foreigners and outsiders in the community of believers is still relevant today, as seen in Ephesians 2:11-22 and Galatians 3:28, which emphasize the unity and equality of all believers in Christ.
How does this verse relate to the concept of salvation?
Deuteronomy 23:8 highlights the importance of being part of the community of God's people, and in the New Testament, this concept is expanded to include all people from every nation, as seen in Revelation 7:9, where people from every tribe and language worship God together.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be part of the 'assembly of the Lord', and how can I ensure that I am a part of it?
- In what ways can I show love and acceptance to outsiders and foreigners, just as God showed love and acceptance to the Israelites?
- How can I balance the need to maintain purity and holiness within the community of believers with the need to be inclusive and welcoming to outsiders?
- What are some ways that I can help to build bridges between different cultures and communities, just as the Israelites were called to do with the Edomites and Egyptians?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 23:8
The children that are begotten of them, Of such as became proselytes: shall enter into the congregation of the Lord in their third generation; not in the third generation from the time that this law
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 23:8
Thou shalt not seek their peace nor their prosperity all thy days for ever. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 23:8
Supposing their grandfather or great grandfather turned proselyte, and the children continue in that faith received by such ancestors.
Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 23:8
Deuteronomy 23:8 The children that are begotten of them shall enter into the congregation of the LORD in their third generation.Ver. 8. In their third generation.] The Edomites for their consanguinity, - it is some privilege to be allied to the saints, to be "sister’ s son to Barnabas," - the Egyptians for their hospitality to God’ s firstborn Israel. "God is not unrighteous," &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 23:8
(8) The children that are begotten of them From this passage it is clear that it was not only from Egypt that a “mixed multitude” came up with Israel. It seems to have been impossible to prevent some inter-marriages between Edom, Moab, and Israel when the Israelites passed through their land. Such a precept is suitable to the circumstances of Moses’ time. It would be less necessary when the bulk of the people had gone over the Jordan and left Moab and Edom far behind.
Sermons on Deuteronomy 23:8
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Your Reasonable Service by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the life and achievements of Blaise Pascal, whom he considers the greatest intellectual in world history. He highlights Pascal's early mathema |
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A Biblical Family - a Tool in God's Hands (Part 2) by Erlo Stegen | In this final service of a weekend conference on the biblical family, the preacher emphasizes the importance of parents repenting of their sins and seeking forgiveness from God. He |
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Visiting the Iniquity of the Fathers by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about a young boy who expressed his desire to attend Bible school and become a preacher. Years later, the speaker encounters a m |
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A Call to Us by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of giving God the first right to our time, money, possessions, and everything that makes life worth living. The speaker highli |
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A Message of Reconciliation by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the offensive nature of the gospel and the justice of God in condemning sinners. He highlights the unity of the Scriptures by drawing parall |
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The Insanity of Sin - Part 1 by Joy Dawson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a clear conscience before God and men. He shares a story about a man who sent telegrams to influential people, caus |
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The Potter's Power Over the Clay by Eli Brayley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding God's purpose for the church. He urges the congregation to not be ignorant about the things of God, particul |