New International VersionCarefully follow the terms of this covenant, so that you may prosper in everything you do.
New Living Translation“Therefore, obey the terms of this covenant so that you will prosper in everything you do.
English Standard VersionTherefore keep the words of this covenant and do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.
Berean Standard BibleSo keep and follow the words of this covenant, that you may prosper in all you do.
King James BibleKeep therefore the words of this covenant, and do them, that ye may prosper in all that ye do.
New King James VersionTherefore keep the words of this covenant, and do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.
New American Standard BibleSo you will keep the words of this covenant and do them, in order that you may be successful in everything that you do.
NASB 1995“So keep the words of this covenant to do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.
NASB 1977“So keep the words of this covenant to do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.
Legacy Standard BibleSo you shall keep the words of this covenant to do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.
Amplified BibleSo keep the words of this covenant and obey them, so that you may prosper and be successful in everything that you do.
Christian Standard BibleTherefore, observe the words of this covenant and follow them, so that you will succeed in everything you do.
Holman Christian Standard BibleTherefore, observe the words of this covenant and follow them, so that you will succeed in everything you do.”
American Standard VersionKeep therefore the words of this covenant, and do them, that ye may prosper in all that ye do.
Contemporary English VersionIsrael, the LORD has made an agreement with you, and if you keep your part, you will be successful in everything you do.
English Revised VersionKeep therefore the words of this covenant, and do them, that ye may prosper in all that ye do.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationFaithfully obey the terms of this promise. Then you will be successful in everything you do.
Good News TranslationObey faithfully all the terms of this covenant, so that you will be successful in everything you do.
International Standard VersionTherefore, keep the terms of this covenant, carrying them out so that you'll be wise in everything you do."
NET Bible"Therefore, keep the terms of this covenant and obey them so that you may be successful in everything you do.
New Heart English BibleKeep therefore the words of this covenant, and do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.
Webster's Bible TranslationKeep therefore the words of this covenant, and do them, that ye may prosper in all that ye do. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo keep and follow the words of this covenant, that you may prosper in all you do.
World English BibleTherefore keep the words of this covenant and do them, that you may prosper in all that you do. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand you have kept the words of this covenant and done them, so that you cause all that you do to prosper.
Young's Literal Translation and ye have kept the words of this covenant, and done them, so that ye cause all that ye do to prosper.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd watch ye the words of this covenant, and do them, so that ye shall be circumspect in all things which ye shall do. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleKeep therefore the words of this covenant, and fulfil them: that you may understand all that you do.
Catholic Public Domain VersionTherefore, keep the words of this covenant, and fulfill them, so that you may understand all that you are doing.
New American BibleObserve carefully the words of this covenant, therefore, in order that you may succeed in whatever you do.
New Revised Standard VersionTherefore diligently observe the words of this covenant, in order that you may succeed in everything that you do. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleKeep therefore the words of this covenant and do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedKeep the commandments of this Law and do them, that you will be offering the best of everything that you are doing. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Observe therefore the words of this covenant, and do them, that ye may make all that ye do to prosper.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd ye shall take heed to do all the words of this covenant, that ye may understand all things that ye shall do.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Covenant in Moab… 8We took their land and gave it as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. 9So keepand followthe wordsof thiscovenant,thatyou may prosperin allyou do.10All of you are standing today before the LORD your God—you leaders of tribes, elders, officials, and all the men of Israel,…
Cross References Joshua 1:7-8Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go. / This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do.
Psalm 1:1-3Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. / But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. / He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does.
James 1:22-25Be doers of the word, and not hearers only. Otherwise, you are deceiving yourselves. / For anyone who hears the word but does not carry it out is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror, / and after observing himself goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. ...
Matthew 7:24-27Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. / The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock. / But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. ...
Proverbs 3:1-4My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; / for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life. / Never let loving devotion or faithfulness leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. ...
1 Kings 2:3-4And keep the charge of the LORD your God to walk in His ways and to keep His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees, as written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn, / and so that the LORD may fulfill His promise to me: ‘If your descendants take heed to walk faithfully before Me with all their heart and soul, you will never fail to have a man on the throne of Israel.’
John 14:21Whoever has My commandments and keeps them is the one who loves Me. The one who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to him.”
2 Chronicles 31:21He acted with all his heart in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law and the commandments, in order to seek his God. And so he prospered.
Luke 11:28But He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”
Psalm 119:1-2Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD. / Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him with all their heart.
1 John 2:3-5By this we can be sure that we have come to know Him: if we keep His commandments. / If anyone says, “I know Him,” but does not keep His commandments, he is a liar, and the truth is not in him. / But if anyone keeps His word, the love of God has been truly perfected in him. By this we know that we are in Him:
Nehemiah 8:13-17On the second day of the month, the heads of all the families, along with the priests and Levites, gathered around Ezra the scribe to study the words of the Law. / And they found written in the Law, which the LORD had commanded through Moses, that the Israelites were to dwell in booths during the feast of the seventh month, / and that they should proclaim this message and spread it throughout their towns and in Jerusalem, saying, “Go out to the hill country and bring back branches of olive, wild olive, myrtle, palm, and other leafy trees, to make booths, as it is written.” ...
Romans 2:13For it is not the hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but it is the doers of the law who will be declared righteous.
2 Kings 18:6-7He remained faithful to the LORD and did not turn from following Him; he kept the commandments that the LORD had given Moses. / And the LORD was with Hezekiah, and he prospered wherever he went. He rebelled against the king of Assyria and refused to serve him.
Colossians 3:16-17Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. / And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
Treasury of Scripture Keep therefore the words of this covenant, and do them, that you may prosper in all that you do. Deuteronomy 29:1 Theseare the words of the covenant, which the LORD commanded Moses to make with the children of Israel in the land of Moab, beside the covenant which he made with them in Horeb. Deuteronomy 4:6 Keep therefore and dothem; for thisis your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations, which shall hear all these statutes, and say, Surely this great nationis a wise and understanding people. Joshua 1:7 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from itto the right hand orto the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest. Jump to Previous AgreementCarefulCarefullyCauseCovenantKeptObserveProsperTermsWordsJump to Next AgreementCarefulCarefullyCauseCovenantKeptObserveProsperTermsWordsDeuteronomy 29 1.Moses exhorts them to obedience, reminding of the works they had seen10.All are presented before the Lord to enter into his covenant18.The great wrath on him who flatters himself in his wickedness29.Secret things belong unto GodSo keep and follow the words of this covenantThis phrase emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's covenant, which is a central theme throughout Deuteronomy. The covenant refers to the agreement between God and the Israelites, established at Mount Sinai and renewed on the plains of Moab. Obedience to the covenant is not merely a legalistic requirement but a relational commitment to God. The Hebrew word for "keep" implies guarding or protecting, suggesting that the Israelites are to treasure and uphold God's commands. This call to obedience is echoed in other parts of Scripture, such as Joshua 1:8, where meditating on and following the law is linked to success. that you may prosper in all you do
Prosperity here is not limited to material wealth but encompasses well-being, success, and fulfillment in life. In the ancient Near Eastern context, prosperity was often seen as a sign of divine favor. The promise of prosperity is contingent upon obedience, reflecting the covenantal relationship where blessings follow faithfulness. This concept is reiterated in passages likePsalm 1:1-3, where the righteous man who delights in the law of the Lord is likened to a fruitful tree. The idea of prosperity also points forward to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ, who brings spiritual prosperity and eternal life to those who follow Him. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who is delivering God's message to the people. He is reiterating the covenant between God and Israel. 2. IsraelitesThe chosen people of God, who are receiving the covenant and are being instructed to obey it. 3. MoabThe location where Moses is delivering this message, as the Israelites are on the brink of entering the Promised Land. 4. CovenantThe agreement between God and the Israelites, which includes laws and commandments that they are to follow. 5. Promised LandThe land of Canaan, which God promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Teaching Points Obedience to God's WordThe verse emphasizes the importance of keeping and obeying God's covenant. Obedience is not just about following rules but is a response to God's faithfulness and love. Prosperity through ObedienceThe promise of prosperity is linked to obedience. This prosperity is not merely material but encompasses spiritual well-being and fulfillment in God's purpose. Covenant RelationshipThe covenant is a relationship between God and His people. It requires commitment and faithfulness, reflecting God's unwavering commitment to His people. Holistic SuccessTrue success is defined by alignment with God's will and purposes. It involves every aspect of life, including spiritual, relational, and material dimensions. Continuity of God's PromisesThe covenant and its promises are part of a larger account of God's redemptive plan, which continues through the New Testament and is fulfilled in Christ. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 29:9?
2.How can we "keep and follow" God's covenant in our daily lives today?
3.What does Deuteronomy 29:9 teach about the importance of obedience to God?
4.How does Deuteronomy 29:9 connect with Jesus' teachings on obedience in John 14:15?
5.In what ways can we ensure our actions align with God's covenantal expectations?
6.How does obeying God's covenant lead to prosperity, as stated in Deuteronomy 29:9?
7.What does Deuteronomy 29:9 mean by "carefully follow the terms of this covenant"?
8.How does Deuteronomy 29:9 relate to the overall message of obedience in the Bible?
9.What historical context is important for understanding Deuteronomy 29:9?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 29?
11.How does loyalty reflect God's faithfulness to us?
12.In Jeremiah 29:4-7, how can God instruct his people to settle peacefully in a pagan land while other passages command separation from foreign nations?
13.(Deut 29:4) Why would God withhold understanding and clarity from His people, then hold them responsible for disobedience?
14.What is the Bible's view on prosperity?What Does Deuteronomy 29:9 Mean So keep“So keep…” calls for deliberate guarding of God’s revelation. • Moses has just reviewed covenant history (Deuteronomy 29:2-8). “Keep” means treat every lesson as treasure, much likeDeuteronomy 4:9, “Only be on your guard and diligently watch yourselves.” •Psalm 119:11 shows how keeping begins internally: “I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.” • Jesus echoes this tone inJohn 14:23, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word.” Guarding truth is inseparable from love for the Lord.
and follow“…and follow…” moves from guarding to acting. •James 1:22 puts it plainly: “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only.” •Joshua 1:7-8 links action to courage: “Be strong… do not turn from it to the right or to the left… then you will prosper.” •Psalm 119:60 models urgency: “I hurried and did not delay to keep Your commandments.” Obedience is the natural outflow of a heart that values God’s voice.
the words of this covenantThe focus is not on abstract principles but on “the words” God spoke when binding Himself to His people. •Exodus 24:7 records Israel’s first public pledge: “We will do and obey everything that the LORD has said.” •Jeremiah 31:33 anticipates an internalized covenant: “I will put My law within them and write it on their hearts.” • Paul testifies that believers are now “ministers of a new covenant” (2 Corinthians 3:6), yet the pattern remains—God speaks, His people respond.
that you may prosperObedience is never sterile; God ties it to flourishing. •Deuteronomy 28:1-6 details blessings “if you diligently obey,” touching family, fields, and finances. •Psalm 1:3 likens the obedient to “a tree planted by streams of water… whatever he does prospers.” •Joshua 1:8 connects meditation and success: “Then you will make your way prosperous.” The Scripture never reduces prosperity to mere wealth; it is well-being in God’s favor.
in all you doThe promise is comprehensive—no compartment is outside God’s reach. •Deuteronomy 30:9 envisions the LORD “delighting in you and making you prosperous in all the work of your hands.” •Proverbs 3:5-6 assures guidance “in all your ways.” •Colossians 3:17 and1 Corinthians 10:31 push the horizon to every task: do it “in the name of the Lord Jesus” and “for the glory of God.” Life becomes one unified act of covenant faithfulness.
summaryDeuteronomy 29:9 weaves a straightforward pattern: guard God’s Word, translate it into obedient action, remember you are living within a covenant He Himself initiated, and enjoy His encompassing favor. The verse assures that wholehearted loyalty to the Lord is not only right but richly rewarded, touching every arena of life with His prospering hand. (9) Keep therefore the words of this covenant . . . that ye may prosper.--Comp. Joshua 1:8 (Note); Psalm 1:3. Verse 9. - That ye may prosper in all that ye do. The verb here used ( הִשְׂכִּיל) means primarily to look at, to consider or attend to, hence to become intelligent, to be prudent, to act wisely, and so to have success, to prosper. It is the prosperity which comes from wise and prudent action that God commends to his people (cf. Joshua 1:7, 8).
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew So keepוּשְׁמַרְתֶּ֗ם(ū·šə·mar·tem)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 8104:To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend toand followוַעֲשִׂיתֶ֖ם(wa·‘ă·śî·ṯem)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 6213:To do, makethe wordsדִּבְרֵי֙(diḇ·rê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1697:A word, a matter, thing, a causeof thisהַזֹּ֔את(haz·zōṯ)Article | Pronoun - feminine singular
Strong's 2063:Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that,covenant,הַבְּרִ֣ית(hab·bə·rîṯ)Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 1285:A covenantthatלְמַ֣עַן(lə·ma·‘an)Conjunction
Strong's 4616:Purpose -- intentyou may prosperתַּשְׂכִּ֔ילוּ(taś·kî·lū)Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 7919:To be, circumspect, intelligentin allכָּל־(kāl-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everyyou do.תַּעֲשֽׂוּן׃(ta·‘ă·śūn)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural | Paragogic nun
Strong's 6213:To do, make
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