Deuteronomy 8:17

And thou say in thine heart, My power and the might of mine hand hath gotten me this wealth.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 8:17

BSB
You might say in your heart, "The power and strength of my hands have made this wealth for me."
AKJV
And you say in your heart, My power and the might of my hand has gotten me this wealth.
CPDV
Otherwise, you might say in your heart: 'My own strength, and the power of my own hand, have brought forth all these things for me.'
ERV
and thou say in thine heart, My power and the might of mine hand hath gotten me this wealth.
NHEB
and lest you say in your heart, "My power and the might of my hand has gotten me this wealth."
SMT
And thou saidst in thy heart, My strength and the bone of my handmade for me this wealth.

Commentary for Deuteronomy 8:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Deuteronomy 8:17
Summary
Self-attribution of wealth to personal strength and effort
Event
False self-credit for wealth
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Judgment