Deuteronomy 33:16
Deuteronomy 33:16 in Multiple Translations
with the choice gifts of the land and everything in it, and with the favor of Him who dwelt in the burning bush. May these rest on the head of Joseph and crown the brow of the prince of his brothers.
And for the precious things of the earth and fulness thereof, and for the good will of him that dwelt in the bush: let the blessing come upon the head of Joseph, and upon the top of the head of him that was separated from his brethren.
And for the precious things of the earth and the fulness thereof, And the good will of him that dwelt in the bush. Let the blessing come upon the head of Joseph, And upon the crown of the head of him that was separate from his brethren.
The good things of the earth and all its wealth, the good pleasure of him who was seen in the burning tree: may they come on the head of Joseph, on the head of him who was prince among his brothers.
with the best gifts of the land and everything in it, along with the appreciation of the one who was in the burning bush. May these blessings rest on the head of Joseph like a crown for this prince among his brothers.
And for the sweetenesse of the earth, and abundance thereof: and the good will of him that dwelt in the bushe, shall come vpon the head of Ioseph, and vpon the toppe of the head of him that was separated from his brethren.
And by precious things — of earth and its fulness, And the good pleasure Of Him who is dwelling in the bush, — Let it come for the head of Joseph, And for the crown of him Who is separate from his brethren.
for the precious things of the earth and its fullness, the good will of him who lived in the bush. Let this come on the head of Joseph, on the crown of the head of him who was separated from his brothers.
And for the precious things of the earth and fullness of it, and for the good will of him that dwelt in the bush; let the blessing come upon the head of Joseph, and upon the top of the head of him that was separated from his brethren.
And of the fruits of the earth, and of the fulness thereof. The blessing of him that appeared in the bush, come upon the head of Joseph, and upon the crown of the Nazarite among his brethren.
and that their land will be have many good crops, blessed by Yahweh, the one who appeared to me in a burning bush. I desire/hope that Yahweh will bless the tribes of Joseph in all those ways, because he was the leaders of his older brothers when they were in Egypt.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 33:16
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 33:16
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- Deuteronomy 33:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 33:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 33:16
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 33:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 33:16
Context — Moses Blesses the Twelve Tribes
16with the choice gifts of the land and everything in it, and with the favor of Him who dwelt in the burning bush. May these rest on the head of Joseph and crown the brow of the prince of his brothers.
17His majesty is like a firstborn bull, and his horns are like those of a wild ox. With them he will gore the nations, even to the ends of the earth. Such are the myriads of Ephraim, and such are the thousands of Manasseh.” 18Concerning Zebulun he said: “Rejoice, Zebulun, in your journeys, and Issachar, in your tents.Cross References
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| 1 | Acts 7:35 | This Moses, whom they had rejected with the words, ‘Who made you ruler and judge?’ is the one whom God sent to be their ruler and redeemer through the angel who appeared to him in the bush. |
| 2 | Psalms 24:1 | The earth is the LORD’s, and the fullness thereof, the world and all who dwell therein. |
| 3 | Exodus 3:2–4 | There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a blazing fire from within a bush. Moses saw the bush ablaze with fire, but it was not consumed. So Moses thought, “I must go over and see this marvelous sight. Why is the bush not burning up?” When the LORD saw that he had gone over to look, God called out to him from within the bush, “Moses, Moses!” “Here I am,” he answered. |
| 4 | Jeremiah 8:16 | The snorting of enemy horses is heard from Dan. At the sound of the neighing of mighty steeds, the whole land quakes. They come to devour the land and everything in it, the city and all who dwell in it. |
| 5 | Genesis 37:36 | Meanwhile, the Midianites sold Joseph in Egypt to Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh and captain of the guard. |
| 6 | Psalms 89:11 | The heavens are Yours, and also the earth. The earth and its fullness You founded. |
| 7 | Genesis 37:28 | So when the Midianite traders passed by, his brothers pulled Joseph out of the pit and sold him for twenty shekels of silver to the Ishmaelites, who took him to Egypt. |
| 8 | 2 Corinthians 12:7–10 | or because of these surpassingly great revelations. So to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. |
| 9 | Genesis 43:32 | They separately served Joseph, his brothers, and the Egyptians. They ate separately because the Egyptians would not eat with the Hebrews, since that was detestable to them. |
| 10 | Genesis 39:2–3 | And the LORD was with Joseph, and he became a successful man, serving in the household of his Egyptian master. When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did, |
Deuteronomy 33:16 Summary
[This verse is a beautiful expression of God's love and blessing for Joseph and his family, as He promises to give them the best of the land and His own special favor, just as He did for Abraham in Genesis 12:2-3. It reminds us that God is a generous and faithful God who wants to bless His people and provide for their needs, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Jeremiah 29:11. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we can trust in God's goodness and provision, and how we can be a blessing to those around us, just as Joseph was to his family and community.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the favor of Him who dwelt in the burning bush rests on Joseph?
This refers to the special blessing and presence of God that was first experienced by Moses in Exodus 3:2, where God spoke to him from a burning bush, and is now being bestowed upon Joseph, as a symbol of God's favor and guidance in his life, much like God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 12:2-3.
Why is Joseph called the prince of his brothers?
This title signifies Joseph's position of leadership and authority among his brothers, as seen in his role in Genesis 37:2 and his rise to power in Egypt in Genesis 41:40-44, where he was given responsibility to care for his family and the nation.
What are the choice gifts of the land and everything in it?
These gifts refer to the abundant blessings and resources that God provides, such as fertile soil, abundant harvests, and rich natural resources, as described in Deuteronomy 8:7-10 and Leviticus 26:4-5, which are given to His people as a demonstration of His love and care.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Deuteronomy?
This verse is part of Moses' final blessing to the tribes of Israel in Deuteronomy 33, where he reminds them of God's faithfulness and promises, and encourages them to trust in His goodness and provision, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:6 and Deuteronomy 32:46-47.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to have the favor of God rest on your life, and how can you experience this in your own circumstances?
- How does Joseph's story demonstrate the truth of Genesis 50:20, that God works all things together for good for those who love Him?
- In what ways can you, like Joseph, be a blessing to your family and community, and how can you use your gifts and resources to serve others?
- What are some ways that you can trust in God's goodness and provision, even in difficult or uncertain times, as seen in Psalm 23:1-4 and Matthew 6:25-34?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 33:16
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 33:16
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 33:16
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:16
Sermons on Deuteronomy 33:16
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Dwelling With Everlasting Burnings (Tamil) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of being a dwelling place for God, focusing on the need for holiness rather than grandeur. It highlights the concept of God's dwelling place b |
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Leadership and Ministry (Judges 5:2) by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the critical role of leadership in both spiritual and practical realms, asserting that effective leadership is essential for overcoming challenges and g |
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Apostolic Commission by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not panicking or feeling overwhelmed when trying to understand the message of God. He encourages the audience to take what |
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God's Man by Francois Carr | This sermon focuses on the transformation and journey of Moses, drawing parallels to personal experiences and the need for surrender, faith, and trust in God. It emphasizes the imp |
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Homily 17 on the Acts of the Apostles by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the life of Moses, highlighting how God raised him up as a ruler and deliverer despite the rejection and disobedience of the Israelites. He emphasize |
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Battling With God by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the power and sovereignty of God in the context of the Babylonian captivity of Israel. He emphasizes that even though Babylon was immensely p |
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Treasures of Darkness by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the power and sovereignty of God in the context of the Babylonian captivity of Israel. He emphasizes that even though Babylon was immensely p |






