Deuteronomy 20:10

When thou comest nigh unto a city to fight against it, then proclaim peace unto it.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 20:10

BSB
When you approach a city to fight against it, you are to make an offer of peace.
AKJV
When you come near to a city to fight against it, then proclaim peace to it.
CPDV
When, at any time, you approach a city to fight against it, you shall first offer peace to it.
ERV
When thou drawest nigh unto a city to fight against it, then proclaim peace unto it.
NHEB
When you draw near to a city to fight against it, then proclaim peace to it.
SMT
When thou shalt come near to a city to war against it, and call peace to it.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Deuteronomy 20:10

WhenthoucomestnighH7126VerbuntoacityH5892Noun MasculinetofightH3898VerbagainstitthenproclaimH7121VerbpeaceH7965Noun Masculineuntoit

Commentary for Deuteronomy 20:10

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Deuteronomy 20:10
Summary
Offer peace before attacking a city
Place
Enemy city
Event
Offering peace terms
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Law