Deuteronomy 24:22
Deuteronomy 24:22 in Multiple Translations
Remember that you were slaves in the land of Egypt. Therefore I am commanding you to do this.
And thou shalt remember that thou wast a bondman in the land of Egypt: therefore I command thee to do this thing.
And thou shalt remember that thou wast a bondman in the land of Egypt: therefore I command thee to do this thing.
Keep in mind that you were a servant in the land of Egypt: for this is why I give you orders to do this.
Remember you were once slaves in Egypt. That's why I'm ordering you to do this.
And remember that thou wast a seruant in the land of Egypt: therefore I command thee to doe this thing.
and thou hast remembered that a servant thou hast been in the land of Egypt; therefore I am commanding thee to do this thing.
You shall remember that you were a slave in the land of Egypt. Therefore I command you to do this thing.
And thou shalt remember that thou wast a bond-man in the land of Egypt: therefore I command thee to do this thing.
Remember that thou also wast a bondman in Egypt, and therefore I command thee to do this thing.
Do not forget that Yahweh was kind to you when you were slaves in Egypt. That is why I am commanding you to be kind to those who are needy.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 24:22
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 24:22
- Context
- Cross References
- Deuteronomy 24:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 24:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 24:22
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 24:22
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 24:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 24:22
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 24:22
Context — Additional Laws
22Remember that you were slaves in the land of Egypt. Therefore I am commanding you to do this.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 24:18 | Remember that you were slaves in Egypt, and the LORD your God redeemed you from that place. Therefore I am commanding you to do this. |
| 2 | 1 John 4:10–11 | And love consists in this: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 5:14–15 | but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God, on which you must not do any work—neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your manservant or maidservant, nor your ox or donkey or any of your livestock, nor the foreigner within your gates, so that your manservant and maidservant may rest as you do. Remember that you were a slave in the land of Egypt, and that the LORD your God brought you out of there with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm. That is why the LORD your God has commanded you to keep the Sabbath day. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 7:8 | But because the LORD loved you and kept the oath He swore to your fathers, He brought you out with a mighty hand and redeemed you from the house of slavery, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt. |
| 5 | Isaiah 51:1 | “Listen to Me, you who pursue righteousness, you who seek the LORD: Look to the rock from which you were cut, and to the quarry from which you were hewn. |
| 6 | Ephesians 5:1–2 | Be imitators of God, therefore, as beloved children, and walk in love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant sacrificial offering to God. |
| 7 | 2 Corinthians 8:8–9 | I am not making a demand, but I am testing the sincerity of your love in comparison to the earnestness of others. For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich. |
Deuteronomy 24:22 Summary
[Deuteronomy 24:22 reminds us to care for those in need by leaving behind a portion of our resources for them, just as God cared for the Israelites when they were slaves in Egypt. This command is rooted in God's heart for the oppressed and vulnerable, as seen in Exodus 22:21. By remembering our own experiences of God's deliverance and care, we can demonstrate that same care and compassion to those around us, as encouraged in Galatians 2:10. As we seek to obey God's commands, we can trust that He will guide and empower us to care for those in need.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to remember being slaves in the land of Egypt?
Remembering their time as slaves helps the Israelites understand God's heart for the oppressed and vulnerable, as seen in Deuteronomy 24:22 and Exodus 22:21. This remembrance is crucial in obeying God's commands to care for the foreigner, fatherless, and widow.
How does this verse relate to the previous commands about olives and grapes?
Deuteronomy 24:22 serves as a reminder of God's motivation behind the commands in Deuteronomy 24:20-21, which is to care for those in need, just as He cared for the Israelites in their time of need, as seen in Deuteronomy 15:15.
What does it mean to 'do this' in the context of Deuteronomy 24:22?
In this context, 'do this' refers to the commands given in Deuteronomy 24:20-21, which involve leaving behind a portion of the harvest for the foreigner, fatherless, and widow, demonstrating obedience to God's commands and care for the vulnerable, as also seen in Leviticus 19:9-10.
How can we apply this verse to our lives today?
We can apply Deuteronomy 24:22 by remembering our own experiences of God's deliverance and care, and then demonstrating that same care and compassion to those in need around us, as encouraged in Galatians 2:10 and James 1:27.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I have experienced God's deliverance and care in my life, and how can I use those experiences to inform my actions towards others?
- How can I practically care for the vulnerable and oppressed in my community, and what role can I play in demonstrating God's heart for them?
- In what ways do I struggle to remember my own experiences of God's care, and how can I cultivate a greater sense of remembrance and gratitude in my life?
- What are some specific commands or principles from Scripture that I can apply to my life in order to care for those in need, and how can I prioritize those actions in my daily life?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 24:22
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 24:22
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 24:22
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 24:22
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 24:22
Sermons on Deuteronomy 24:22
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Cristo Murió Por Nosotros (Spanish) - Christ Died for Us by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus Christ as the ultimate treasure in life. He uses the analogy of an artist who offers his four children to |
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(The Sermon on the Mount and Prayer - Session 1) - Part 11 by Gerhard Du Toit | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the end of the year and asks if we are finishing it well, filled with the Spirit of God. He emphasizes the importance of being poor in spiri |
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The Love of God by Mike Morrow | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not just talking about God's love, but experiencing it as a reality in our lives. He encourages the congregation to take a |
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A Gift That Lasts by John Vissers | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of God's love and the gift of Jesus Christ. The sermon begins with a description of a scene where people are gathered before God's |
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The Message of the Letters of John by G. Campbell Morgan | G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes the profound message of the Letters of John, focusing on the life of fellowship with God as central to Christian existence. He explains that this fell |
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That He Might Deliver Us From This Present Evil World. by Martin Luther | Martin Luther preaches about the evil nature of this present world, controlled by the devil, where ignorance, contempt, hatred, and disobedience of God prevail. He emphasizes that |
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Atonement: The Substance of Two Letters Written to a Friend. by Barton W. Stone | Barton W. Stone preaches about the true purposes of Christ's coming into the world, emphasizing that Christ's death and blood were displays of God's love, grace, and mercy to a los |







