Deuteronomy 32:29

O that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end!

King James Version
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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 32:29

BSB
If only they were wise, they would understand it; they would comprehend their fate.
AKJV
O that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end!
CPDV
I wish that they would be wise and understanding, and would provide for the very end.'
ERV
Oh that they were wise, that they understood this, That they would consider their latter end!
NHEB
Oh that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end.
SMT
Would they were wise! will they look at this? Will they discern to their latter part?

Word Study (Strong’s) for Deuteronomy 32:29

OthatH3863ConjunctiontheywerewiseH2449VerbthattheyunderstoodH7919VerbthisthattheywouldconsiderH995VerbtheirlatterendH319Noun Feminine

Commentary for Deuteronomy 32:29

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Deuteronomy 32:29
Summary
Wish for people to recognize consequences
Event
Exhortation to self-reflection
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Lament