Deuteronomy 4:17

The likeness of any beast that is on the earth, the likeness of any winged fowl that flieth in the air,

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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 4:17

BSB
of any beast that is on the earth or bird that flies in the air,
AKJV
The likeness of any beast that is on the earth, the likeness of any winged fowl that flies in the air,
CPDV
a likeness of any of the beasts, which are upon the earth, or of birds, which fly under heaven,
ERV
the likeness of any beast that is on the earth, the likeness of any winged fowl that flieth in the heaven,
NHEB
the likeness of any animal that is on the earth, the likeness of any winged bird that flies in the sky,
SMT
The model of any cattle that is upon the earth, the model of any winged bird that shall fly in the heavens,

Commentary for Deuteronomy 4:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Deuteronomy 4:17
Summary
Animal representations forbidden as worship
Event
Extending image prohibitions
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Law