Deuteronomy 16:20

That which is altogether just shalt thou follow, that thou mayest live, and inherit the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 16:20

BSB
Pursue justice, and justice alone, so that you may live, and you may possess the land that the LORD your God is giving you.
AKJV
That which is altogether just shall you follow, that you may live, and inherit the land which the LORD your God gives you.
CPDV
You shall justly pursue what is just, so that you may live and possess the land, which the Lord your God will give to you.
ERV
That which is altogether just shalt thou follow, that thou mayest live, and inherit the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
NHEB
You shall follow that which is altogether just, that you may live, and inherit the land which the LORD your God gives you.
SMT
Justice, justice shalt thou follow, so that thou live and inherit the land which Jehovah thy God gave to thee.

Commentary for Deuteronomy 16:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Deuteronomy 16:20
Summary
Pursue justice to secure long-term prosperity
Place
Promised land
Event
Promise of land through justice
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Promise