Deuteronomy 6:20
Deuteronomy 6:20 in Multiple Translations
In the future, when your son asks, “What is the meaning of the decrees and statutes and ordinances that the LORD our God has commanded you?”
And when thy son asketh thee in time to come, saying, What mean the testimonies, and the statutes, and the judgments, which the LORD our God hath commanded you?
When thy son asketh thee in time to come, saying, What mean the testimonies, and the statutes, and the ordinances, which Jehovah our God hath commanded you?
And when your son says to you in time to come, What is the reason for these rules and laws and decisions which the Lord our God has given you?
In the future, when your children come and ask you, “What's the point of decrees and rules and regulations that the Lord our God ordered you to follow?”
When thy sonne shall aske thee in time to come, saying, What meane these testimonies, and ordinances, and Lawes, which the Lord our God hath commanded you?
'When thy son asketh thee hereafter, saying, What [are] the testimonies, and the statutes, and the judgments, which Jehovah our God hath commanded you?
When your son asks you in time to come, saying, “What do the testimonies, the statutes, and the ordinances, which the LORD our God has commanded you mean?”
And when thy son shall ask thee in time to come, saying, What mean the testimonies, and the statutes, and the judgments, which the LORD our God hath commanded you?
And when thy son shall ask thee tomorrow, saying: What mean these testimonies, and ceremonies and judgments, which the Lord our God hath commanded us?
“In the future, when your children ask you, ‘Why did Yahweh our God command us to obey all these rules and regulations?’
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Study Notes — Deuteronomy 6:20
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- Deuteronomy 6:20 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 6:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 6:20
- Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 6:20
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 6:20
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 6:20
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 6:20
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 6:20
Context — Teach Your Children
20In the future, when your son asks, “What is the meaning of the decrees and statutes and ordinances that the LORD our God has commanded you?”
21then you are to tell him, “We were slaves of Pharaoh in Egypt, but the LORD brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand. 22Before our eyes the LORD inflicted great and devastating signs and wonders on Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his household.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 13:14 | In the future, when your son asks you, ‘What does this mean?’ you are to tell him, ‘With a mighty hand the LORD brought us out of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. |
| 2 | Exodus 12:26 | When your children ask you, ‘What does this service mean to you?’ |
| 3 | Joshua 4:6–7 | to serve as a sign among you. In the future, when your children ask, ‘What do these stones mean to you?’ you are to tell them, ‘The waters of the Jordan were cut off before the ark of the covenant of the LORD. When it crossed the Jordan, the waters were cut off.’ Therefore these stones will be a memorial to the Israelites forever.” |
| 4 | Joshua 4:21–24 | Then Joshua said to the Israelites, “In the future, when your children ask their fathers, ‘What is the meaning of these stones?’ you are to tell them, ‘Israel crossed the Jordan on dry ground.’ For the LORD your God dried up the waters of the Jordan before you until you had crossed over, just as He did to the Red Sea, which He dried up before us until we had crossed over. He did this so that all the peoples of the earth may know that the hand of the LORD is mighty, and so that you may always fear the LORD your God.” |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 6:7 | And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. |
| 6 | Proverbs 22:6 | Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. |
Deuteronomy 6:20 Summary
Deuteronomy 6:20 is a verse about passing down faith and values to the next generation. It says that when our children ask about God's commands and laws, we should be ready to tell them about God's love and faithfulness, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9. This verse reminds us to teach our children about God's ways, just like parents teach their kids about important life lessons, and to trust in His goodness and love, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28. By doing so, we can help them develop a strong foundation in their faith and relationship with God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the context of Deuteronomy 6:20 and why is it important?
Deuteronomy 6:20 is part of a larger passage where Moses is instructing the Israelites to remember and obey God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:18-19, so that they may inherit the Promised Land, as promised in Deuteronomy 6:18 and Exodus 3:8.
What are the decrees, statutes, and ordinances mentioned in Deuteronomy 6:20?
The decrees, statutes, and ordinances refer to the laws and commandments given by God to the Israelites, such as the Ten Commandments in Exodus 20:1-17 and Deuteronomy 5:6-21, which were meant to guide their relationship with God and with each other.
Why does the verse mention a son asking about the decrees and statutes?
The verse mentions a son asking about the decrees and statutes because it highlights the importance of passing down spiritual knowledge and values from one generation to the next, as emphasized in Psalm 78:4 and Deuteronomy 4:9-10.
How does this verse relate to our lives today?
This verse reminds us of the importance of teaching our children and younger generations about God's commands and laws, as seen in Proverbs 22:6 and Ephesians 6:4, so that they may know and follow Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can pass down my faith and values to the next generation, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 6:20?
- How can I create opportunities for my children or younger friends to ask questions about God's commands and laws?
- What are some of the decrees, statutes, and ordinances that are still relevant to my life today, and how can I apply them in my daily living?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my love and obedience to God, as commanded in Deuteronomy 6:5, so that others may see and be inspired to follow Him?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 6:20
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 6:20
Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 6:20
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 6:20
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 6:20
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 6:20
Sermons on Deuteronomy 6:20
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God's Truth About the Home by Russell Kelfer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of passing down the teachings of God to future generations. He references Deuteronomy chapter 4, verses 9 and 10, which instru |
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Desert Survival Series Pt 31- Moses the Servant of God by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects our love for God. He acknowledges that people often forget the specific details of sermons, bu |
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Judges 2:7 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the cyclical nature of Israel's history in the book of Judges, where each generation experiences God's power, only to forget Him in times of prosperity. He h |
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(Exodus) Exodus 12:1-2 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of the Passover feast and the death of the firstborn. He emphasizes that redemption is achieved through the blood of Jesus a |
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(Exodus) Exodus 13:14-19 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the journey of the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and into the Promised Land. The Israelites were not initially prepared for warfare, so G |
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All Our Children Belong to the Lord by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the act of dedicating children to the Lord, drawing parallels between Old Testament practices like the dedication of the firstborn and the Passover feast to |
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The Blood of the Lamb by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the significance of the sacrificial lamb in the Bible. He explains that the lamb's death was necessary for the nation and the world, as it sy |






