Deuteronomy 7:7

The LORD did not set his love upon you, nor choose you, because ye were more in number than any people; for ye were the fewest of all people:

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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 7:7

BSB
The LORD did not set His affection on you and choose you because you were more numerous than the other peoples, for you were the fewest of all peoples.
AKJV
The LORD did not set his love on you, nor choose you, because you were more in number than any people; for you were the fewest of all people:
CPDV
It is not because you surpass all the nations in number that the Lord has joined with you and has chosen you, for you are the least numerous of any people.
ERV
The LORD did not set his love upon you, nor choose you, because ye were more in number than any people; for ye were the fewest of all peoples:
NHEB
The LORD did not set his love on you, nor choose you, because you were more in number than any people; for you were the fewest of all peoples:
SMT
Not for your multitude did Jehovah delight in you above all the peoples, and will he choose you, for ye were few more than all the peoples.

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Commentary for Deuteronomy 7:7

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Overview of Deuteronomy 7:7
Summary
Selection based on divine affection rather than numerical superiority
Event
Explanation of divine selection
Estimated Time Period
c. 1300 BC
Category
Covenant