Deuteronomy 20:9

And it shall be, when the officers have made an end of speaking unto the people, that they shall make captains of the armies to lead the people.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 20:9

BSB
When the officers have finished addressing the army, they are to appoint commanders to lead it.
AKJV
And it shall be, when the officers have made an end of speaking to the people that they shall make captains of the armies to lead the people.
CPDV
And when the officers of the army have become silent, and have completed their speech, each one shall prepare his unit to wage war.
ERV
And it shall be, when the officers have made an end of speaking unto the people, that they shall appoint captains of hosts at the head of the people.
NHEB
It shall be, when the officers have made an end of speaking to the people, that they shall appoint captains of armies at the head of the people.
SMT
And it was as the scribes finished to speak to the people, and they appointed captains of the armies in the head of the people.

Commentary for Deuteronomy 20:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Deuteronomy 20:9
Summary
Army officers appointed to lead troops
Place
Israel
Event
Appointing military commanders
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Law