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◄ Deuteronomy 4:36►

New International Version
From heaven he made you hear his voice to discipline you. On earth he showed you his great fire, and you heard his words from out of the fire.

New Living Translation
He let you hear his voice from heaven so he could instruct you. He let you see his great fire here on earth so he could speak to you from it.

English Standard Version
Out of heaven he let you hear his voice, that he might discipline you. And on earth he let you see his great fire, and you heard his words out of the midst of the fire.

Berean Standard Bible
He let you hear His voice from heaven to discipline you, and on earth He showed you His great fire, and you heard His words out of the fire.

King James Bible
Out of heaven he made thee to hear his voice, that he might instruct thee: and upon earth he shewed thee his great fire; and thou heardest his words out of the midst of the fire.

New King James Version
Out of heaven He let you hear His voice, that He might instruct you; on earth He showed you His great fire, and you heard His words out of the midst of the fire.

New American Standard Bible
Out of the heavens He let you hear His voice to discipline you; and on earth He let you see His great fire, and you heard His words from the midst of the fire.

NASB 1995
“Out of the heavens He let you hear His voice to discipline you; and on earth He let you see His great fire, and you heard His words from the midst of the fire.

NASB 1977
“Out of the heavens He let you hear His voice to discipline you; and on earth He let you see His great fire, and you heard His words from the midst of the fire.

Legacy Standard Bible
Out of the heavens He caused you to hear His voice to discipline you; and on earth He caused you to see His great fire, and you heard His words from the midst of the fire.

Amplified Bible
Out of the heavens He let you hear His voice to disciplineand admonish you; and on earth He let you see His great fire, and you heard His words from the midst of the fire.

Christian Standard Bible
He let you hear his voice from heaven to instruct you. He showed you his great fire on earth, and you heard his words from the fire.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He let you hear His voice from heaven to instruct you. He showed you His great fire on earth, and you heard His words from the fire.

American Standard Version
Out of heaven he made thee to hear his voice, that he might instruct thee: and upon earth he made thee to see his great fire; and thou heardest his words out of the midst of the fire.

English Revised Version
Out of heaven he made thee to hear his voice, that he might instruct thee: and upon earth he made thee to see his great fire; and thou heardest his words out of the midst of the fire.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He let you hear his voice from heaven so that he could instruct you. He showed you his great fire on earth, and you heard him speak from the column of fire.

Good News Translation
He let you hear his voice from heaven so that he could instruct you; and here on earth he let you see his holy fire, and he spoke to you from it.

International Standard Version
You have been made to hear his voice from heaven so you may be instructed. And he showed you his great fire here on earth, and you heard his voice from the middle of that fire.

NET Bible
From heaven he spoke to you in order to teach you, and on earth he showed you his great fire from which you also heard his words.

New Heart English Bible
Out of heaven he made you to hear his voice, that he might instruct you: and on earth he made you to see his great fire; and you heard his words out of the midst of the fire.

Webster's Bible Translation
Out of heaven he made thee to hear his voice, that he might instruct thee; and upon earth he showed thee his great fire; and thou heardst his words from the midst of the fire.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
He let you hear His voice from heaven to discipline you, and on earth He showed you His great fire, and you heard His words out of the fire.

World English Bible
Out of heaven he made you to hear his voice, that he might instruct you. On earth he made you to see his great fire; and you heard his words out of the middle of the fire.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
He has caused you to hear His voice from the heavens, to instruct you; and on earth He has showed you His great fire, and you have heard His words out of the midst of the fire.

Young's Literal Translation
'From the heavens He hath caused thee to hear His voice, to instruct thee, and on earth He hath shewed thee His great fire, and His words thou hast heard out of the midst of the fire.

Smith's Literal Translation
Out of the heavens he caused thee to hear his voice to instruct thee: and upon earth he caused thee to see his great fire, and thou heardest his words from the midst of the fire.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
From heaven he made thee to hear his voice, that he might teach thee. And upon earth he shewed thee his exceeding great fire, and thou didst hear his words out of the midst of the fire,

Catholic Public Domain Version
He has caused you to hear his voice from heaven, so that he might teach you. And he showed you his exceedingly great fire on earth, and you heard his words from the midst of the fire.

New American Bible
Out of the heavens he let you hear his voice to discipline you; on earth he let you see his great fire, and you heard him speaking out of the fire.

New Revised Standard Version
From heaven he made you hear his voice to discipline you. On earth he showed you his great fire, while you heard his words coming out of the fire.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Out of heaven he made you to hear his voice, that he might teach you; and upon earth he showed you his great fire; he made you to hear his words out of the midst of the fire.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From Heaven He made His voice heard to teach you and upon the Earth has shown you His great fire, and His words He made you hear from within the fire.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
Out of heaven He made thee to hear His voice, that He might instruct thee; and upon earth He made thee to see His great fire; and thou didst hear His words out of the midst of the fire.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
His voice was made audible from heaven to instruct thee, and he shewed thee upon the earth his great fire, and thou heardest his words out of the midst of the fire.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The LORD Alone is God
…35You were shown these things so that you would know that the LORD is God; there is no other besides Him.36He let you hear His voice from heaven to discipline you,and on earth He showed you His great fire,and you heard His words out of the fire.37Because He loved your fathers, He chose their descendants after them and brought you out of Egypt by His presence and great power,…

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Cross References

Exodus 20:22
Then the LORD said to Moses, “This is what you are to tell the Israelites: ‘You have seen for yourselves that I have spoken to you from heaven.

Exodus 19:9
The LORD said to Moses, “Behold, I will come to you in a dense cloud, so that the people will hear when I speak with you, and they will always put their trust in you.” And Moses relayed to the LORD what the people had said.

Exodus 19:19
And as the sound of the ram’s horn grew louder and louder, Moses spoke and God answered him in the thunder.

Exodus 33:11
Thus the LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as a man speaks to his friend. Then Moses would return to the camp, but his young assistant Joshua son of Nun would not leave the tent.

1 Kings 19:12-13
After the earthquake there was a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a still, small voice. / When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Suddenly a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”

Psalm 81:7
You called out in distress, and I rescued you; I answered you from the cloud of thunder; I tested you at the waters of Meribah. Selah

Nehemiah 9:13
You came down on Mount Sinai and spoke with them from heaven. You gave them just ordinances, true laws, and good statutes and commandments.

Isaiah 30:21
And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.”

Isaiah 6:8
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying: “Whom shall I send? Who will go for Us?” And I said: “Here am I. Send me!”

Jeremiah 7:13
And now, because you have done all these things, declares the LORD, and because I have spoken to you again and again but you would not listen, and I have called to you but you would not answer,

Hebrews 12:18-19
For you have not come to a mountain that can be touched and that is burning with fire; to darkness, gloom, and storm; / to a trumpet blast or to a voice that made its hearers beg that no further word be spoken.

Acts 7:38
He was in the assembly in the wilderness with the angel who spoke to him on Mount Sinai, and with our fathers. And he received living words to pass on to us.

Acts 9:4
He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?”

John 12:28-30
Father, glorify Your name!” Then a voice came from heaven: “I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.” / The crowd standing there heard it and said that it had thundered. Others said that an angel had spoken to Him. / In response, Jesus said, “This voice was not for My benefit, but yours.

Matthew 3:17
And a voice from heaven said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased!”

Treasury of Scripture

Out of heaven he made you to hear his voice, that he might instruct you: and on earth he showed you his great fire; and you heard his words out of the middle of the fire.

Deuteronomy 4:33
Didever people hear the voice of God speaking out of the midst of the fire, as thou hast heard, and live?

Exodus 19:9,19
And the LORD said unto Moses, Lo, I come unto thee in a thick cloud, that the people may hear when I speak with thee, and believe thee for ever. And Moses told the words of the people unto the LORD…

Exodus 20:18-22
And all the people saw the thunderings, and the lightnings, and the noise of the trumpet, and the mountain smoking: and when the people sawit, they removed, and stood afar off…

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Deuteronomy 4

1.An exhortation to obedience
41.Moses appoints the three cities of refuge on that side of Jordan
44.Recapitulation

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He let you hear His voice from heaven to discipline you
This phrase emphasizes God's direct communication with the Israelites, highlighting His authority and the seriousness of His covenant. The voice from heaven signifies divine revelation, as seen in other instances like the baptism of Jesus (Matthew 3:17). The purpose of this communication was to discipline, which in biblical terms often means to instruct or correct. This reflects God's desire for His people to follow His commandments and live righteously. The discipline here is not punitive but corrective, aiming to guide the Israelites in their faith journey.

and on earth He showed you His great fire
The reference to "His great fire" recalls the theophany at Mount Sinai, where God manifested His presence through fire (Exodus 19:18). Fire in the Bible often symbolizes God's holiness, purity, and power. It serves as a visual representation of God's presence and a reminder of His covenant with Israel. This event was a pivotal moment in Israel's history, reinforcing the seriousness of God's laws and the need for obedience. The fire also prefigures the Holy Spirit, who appeared as tongues of fire at Pentecost (Acts 2:3), symbolizing God's presence and empowerment for His people.

and you heard His words out of the fire
Hearing God's words directly from the fire underscores the unique relationship between God and Israel. It signifies the direct revelation of God's law, which was given to guide and govern the nation. This moment is foundational for understanding the covenant relationship, as it establishes the law as divinely ordained. The words from the fire also connect to the concept of God's Word being a refining fire, purifying and transforming those who receive it (Jeremiah 23:29). This phrase highlights the importance of listening to and obeying God's Word, which is central to the life of faith.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Moses
The leader of the Israelites who is delivering this message to the people, reminding them of God's revelation and commandments.

2.Israelites
The chosen people of God who experienced His voice and presence at Mount Sinai.

3.Mount Sinai
The place where God revealed Himself to the Israelites, giving them the Ten Commandments.

4.God's Voice
Represents divine communication and authority, heard by the Israelites from the heavens.

5.The Great Fire
A manifestation of God's presence and power, symbolizing His holiness and the seriousness of His covenant.

Teaching Points

The Importance of Hearing God's Voice
God communicates with His people to guide, instruct, and discipline them. We must be attentive and responsive to His voice in our lives.

The Holiness of God
The great fire symbolizes God's holiness and purity. We are called to approach Him with reverence and awe, recognizing His majesty.

Discipline as a Sign of Love
God's discipline is an expression of His love and care for His people. It is meant to correct and guide us back to His path.

The Covenant Relationship
The events at Mount Sinai remind us of the covenant relationship between God and His people. We are called to live in obedience to His commandments.

The Continuity of God's Revelation
From the Old Testament to the New Testament, God continues to reveal Himself and His will. We must seek to understand and apply His Word in our lives.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 4:36?

2.How does Deuteronomy 4:36 emphasize God's communication through "fire" and "heavens"?

3.What does hearing God's voice teach us about His desire for relationship?

4.How can we apply listening to God's voice in our daily lives?

5.What other scriptures highlight God's communication through "fire" and "heavens"?

6.How does understanding God's voice in Deuteronomy 4:36 strengthen our faith?

7.How does Deuteronomy 4:36 affirm God's communication with humanity?

8.What does Deuteronomy 4:36 reveal about God's nature and presence?

9.How does hearing God's voice from heaven challenge our understanding of divine revelation?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 4?

11.What does the Bible say about the end times?

12.Deuteronomy 4:24 describes God as a 'consuming fire' and 'jealous'--how does this anthropomorphic language fit with the idea of an all-powerful, benevolent deity?

13.John 8:14-18: How do Jesus's statements about His testimony reconcile with other biblical passages that require two or more witnesses?

14.How can Deuteronomy 6:4, declaring 'the LORD is one,' be reconciled with later Christian concepts of the Trinity?

What Does Deuteronomy 4:36 Mean

He let you hear His voice from heaven to discipline you

- The verse begins by reminding Israel that God’s voice was not a faint impression but an audible reality descending “from heaven.” This recallsExodus 20:1-19, where the people literally heard the Ten Commandments thundered from Sinai.

- “To discipline you” underscores loving correction, not harsh punishment.Hebrews 12:5-11 draws on the same idea: a Father who loves His children trains them so they may share His holiness.

- Hearing God’s voice established personal accountability.Psalm 29 paints the voice of the Lord as powerful and majestic, leaving no room for Israel—or us—to treat His commands as optional suggestions.

and on earth He showed you His great fire

- The scene at Sinai was marked by blazing fire enveloping the mountain (Exodus 19:18;Deuteronomy 5:4-5). Fire symbolizes God’s holy presence and purity that consumes impurity (Isaiah 6:4-7).

- By bringing “heaven” and “earth” together—voice from above, fire before their eyes—God demonstrated that His reign spans every realm (Psalm 103:19).

- This visible “great fire” also served as assurance. The same God who would later lead the Israelites by a pillar of fire at night (Exodus 13:21-22) was publicly pledging faithfulness to the covenant He was initiating.

and you heard His words out of the fire

- The people didn’t just see fire; God spoke “out of the fire.”Deuteronomy 5:22-27 recalls their amazement: “We have heard His voice… and lived!” The miracle was not merely survival but revelation.

- The pairing of Word and fire shows that divine speech carries both warmth and refining power (Jeremiah 23:29: “Is not My word like fire…?”).

- Because the commands emerged from the blaze, Israel could never separate God’s law from His blazing holiness. This link stands behind Jesus’ affirmation inMatthew 5:17-19 that every stroke of Scripture remains authoritative.

summary

Deuteronomy 4:36 reminds us that God’s revelation at Sinai was both heard and seen:

• His heavenly voice lovingly disciplines.

• His earthly fire manifests holy presence.

• His words, delivered through the fire, carry refining authority.

Taken together, the verse calls every generation to listen, revere, and obey the God who graciously bridges heaven and earth to make Himself known.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 36. - (Cf.Exodus 20:18-22.) To indicate still further the pre-eminence of Israel, Moses emphasizes the supernatural character of the revelation God had given to them, and the awful manner of its delivery; God spake to them with audible voice, out of heaven, amidst fire, and they heard his words out of the fire. To instruct thee. The verb here used (יָסַד) means primarily to bind and thence to correct, to chasten, which meaning some interpreters would give here. But the word means also to correct by instruction, to instruct or persuade (cf.Isaiah 8:11;Isaiah 28:26;Psalm 16:7); and the connection, both with what precedes and with what follows, requires this meaning here.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

He let you hear
הִשְׁמִֽיעֲךָ֥(hiš·mî·‘ă·ḵā)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular | second person masculine singular
Strong's 8085:To hear intelligently

His voice
קֹל֖וֹ(qō·lōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6963:A voice, sound

from
מִן־(min-)
Preposition
Strong's 4480:A part of, from, out of

heaven
הַשָּׁמַ֛יִם(haš·šā·ma·yim)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8064:Heaven, sky

to discipline you,
לְיַסְּרֶ֑ךָּ(lə·yas·sə·re·kā)
Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 3256:To discipline, chasten, admonish

and on
וְעַל־(wə·‘al-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against

earth
הָאָ֗רֶץ(hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776:Earth, land

He showed
הֶרְאֲךָ֙(her·’ă·ḵā)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular | second person masculine singular
Strong's 7200:To see

you
אֶת־(’eṯ-)
Direct object marker
Strong's 853:Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

His great
הַגְּדוֹלָ֔ה(hag·gə·ḏō·w·lāh)
Article | Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 1419:Great, older, insolent

fire,
אִשּׁ֣וֹ(’iš·šōw)
Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 784:A fire

and you heard
שָׁמַ֖עְתָּ(šā·ma‘·tā)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 8085:To hear intelligently

His words
וּדְבָרָ֥יו(ū·ḏə·ḇā·rāw)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1697:A word, a matter, thing, a cause

out of
מִתּ֥וֹךְ(mit·tō·wḵ)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8432:A bisection, the centre

the fire.
הָאֵֽשׁ׃(hā·’êš)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 784:A fire

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OT Law: Deuteronomy 4:36 Out of heaven he made you (Deut. De Du)