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◄ Deuteronomy 9:11►

New International Version
At the end of the forty days and forty nights, the LORD gave me the two stone tablets, the tablets of the covenant.

New Living Translation
“At the end of the forty days and nights, the LORD handed me the two stone tablets inscribed with the words of the covenant.

English Standard Version
And at the end of forty days and forty nights the LORD gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

Berean Standard Bible
And at the end of forty days and forty nights, the LORD gave me the two stone tablets, the tablets of the covenant.

King James Bible
And it came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights,that the LORD gave me the two tables of stone,even the tables of the covenant.

New King James Version
And it came to pass, at the end of forty days and forty nights,that the LORD gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

New American Standard Bible
It came about at the end of forty days and nights that the LORD gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

NASB 1995
“It came about at the end of forty days and nights that the LORD gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

NASB 1977
“And it came about at the end of forty days and nights that the LORD gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now it happened at the end of forty days and nights, that Yahweh gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

Amplified Bible
It came about at the end of forty days and forty nights that the LORD gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

Christian Standard Bible
The LORD gave me the two stone tablets, the tablets of the covenant, at the end of the forty days and forty nights.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The LORD gave me the two stone tablets, the tablets of the covenant, at the end of the 40 days and 40 nights.”

American Standard Version
And it came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights, that Jehovah gave me the two tables of stone, even the tables of the covenant.

English Revised Version
And it came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights, that the LORD gave me the two tables of stone, even the tables of the covenant.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
At the end of the 40 days and 40 nights, the LORD gave me the two stone tablets with his promise on them.

Good News Translation
Yes, after those forty days and nights the LORD gave me the two stone tablets on which he had written the covenant.

International Standard Version
At the end of 40 days and nights, the LORD gave to me the two stone Tablets of the Covenant.

NET Bible
Now at the end of the forty days and nights the LORD presented me with the two stone tablets, the tablets of the covenant.

New Heart English Bible
It came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights, that the LORD gave me the two tablets of stone, even the tablets of the covenant.

Webster's Bible Translation
And it came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights, that the LORD gave me the two tables of stone, even the tables of the covenant.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
And at the end of forty days and forty nights, the LORD gave me the two stone tablets, the tablets of the covenant.

World English Bible
It came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights that Yahweh gave me the two stone tablets, even the tablets of the covenant.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And it comes to pass, at the end of forty days and forty nights, YHWH has given the two tablets of stone to me—tablets of the covenant.

Young's Literal Translation
'And it cometh to pass, at the end of forty days and forty nights, Jehovah hath given unto me the two tables of stone -- tables of the covenant,

Smith's Literal Translation
And it shall be from the end of forty days and forty nights, Jehovah gave to me the two tables of stone, the tables of the covenant.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And when forty days were passed, and as many nights, the Lord gave me the two tables of stone, the tables of the covenant,

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when forty days, and as many nights, had passed, the Lord gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

New American Bible
Then, at the end of the forty days and forty nights, when the LORD had given me the two stone tablets, the tablets of the covenant,

New Revised Standard Version
At the end of forty days and forty nights the LORD gave me the two stone tablets, the tablets of the covenant.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And at the end of forty days and forty nights, the LORD gave me two tablets of stone, the tablets of the covenant.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And after forty days and forty nights, LORD JEHOVAH gave me the two tablets of stone, the tablets of the Covenant.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And it came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights, that the LORD gave me the two tables of stone, even the tables of the covenant.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And it came to pass after forty days and forty nights, the Lord gave me the two tables of stone, the tables of the covenant.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Golden Calf
…10Then the LORD gave me the two stone tablets, inscribed by the finger of God with the exact words that the LORD spoke to you out of the fire on the mountain on the day of the assembly.11And at the end of forty days and forty nights,the LORD gave me the two stone tablets,the tablets of the covenant.12And the LORD said to me, “Get up and go down from here at once, for your people, whom you brought out of Egypt, have corrupted themselves. How quickly they have turned aside from the way that I commanded them! They have made for themselves a molten image.”…

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Cross References

Exodus 31:18
When the LORD had finished speaking with Moses on Mount Sinai, He gave him the two tablets of the Testimony, tablets of stone inscribed by the finger of God.

Exodus 32:15-16
Then Moses turned and went down the mountain with the two tablets of the Testimony in his hands. They were inscribed on both sides, front and back. / The tablets were the work of God, and the writing was the writing of God, engraved on the tablets.

Exodus 24:18
Moses entered the cloud as he went up on the mountain, and he remained on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

Exodus 34:28
So Moses was there with the LORD forty days and forty nights without eating bread or drinking water. He wrote on the tablets the words of the covenant—the Ten Commandments.

1 Kings 19:8
So he got up and ate and drank. And strengthened by that food, he walked forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God.

Nehemiah 9:13-14
You came down on Mount Sinai and spoke with them from heaven. You gave them just ordinances, true laws, and good statutes and commandments. / You revealed to them Your holy Sabbath and gave them commandments and statutes and laws through Your servant Moses.

Hebrews 9:4
containing the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. Inside the ark were the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant.

2 Corinthians 3:7
Now if the ministry of death, which was engraved in letters on stone, came with such glory that the Israelites could not gaze at the face of Moses because of its fleeting glory,

Matthew 4:2
After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry.

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.

Exodus 19:20
The LORD descended to the top of Mount Sinai and called Moses to the summit. So Moses went up,

Exodus 24:12
Then the LORD said to Moses, “Come up to Me on the mountain and stay here, so that I may give you the tablets of stone, with the law and commandments I have written for their instruction.”

Exodus 32:19
As Moses approached the camp and saw the calf and the dancing, he burned with anger and threw the tablets out of his hands, shattering them at the base of the mountain.

Deuteronomy 10:1-5
At that time the LORD said to me, “Chisel out two stone tablets like the originals, come up to Me on the mountain, and make an ark of wood. / And I will write on the tablets the words that were on the first tablets, which you broke; and you are to place them in the ark.” / So I made an ark of acacia wood, chiseled out two stone tablets like the originals, and went up the mountain with the two tablets in my hands. ...

1 Corinthians 10:4
and drank the same spiritual drink; for they drank from the spiritual rock that accompanied them, and that rock was Christ.

Treasury of Scripture

And it came to pass at the end of forty days and forty nights, that the LORD gave me the two tables of stone, even the tables of the covenant.

the tables of the covenant

Deuteronomy 9:9
When I was gone up into the mount to receive the tables of stone,even the tables of the covenant which the LORD made with you, then I abode in the mount forty days and forty nights, I neither did eat bread nor drink water:

Numbers 10:33
And they departed from the mount of the LORD three days' journey: and the ark of the covenant of the LORD went before them in the three days' journey, to search out a resting place for them.

Hebrews 8:6-10
But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises…

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Deuteronomy 9

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And at the end of forty days and forty nights
The period of forty days and nights is significant throughout Scripture, often symbolizing a time of testing, trial, or preparation. Moses' time on Mount Sinai parallels other biblical events, such as Jesus' fasting in the wilderness (Matthew 4:2) and Elijah's journey to Horeb (1 Kings 19:8). This duration underscores the completeness and sufficiency of the time spent in divine presence, preparing Moses to receive God's law.

the LORD gave me
This phrase emphasizes the divine origin of the law. It was not conceived by human wisdom but was a direct revelation from God. The giving of the law signifies God's covenant relationship with Israel, highlighting His role as the lawgiver and the authority behind the commandments. This divine giving is a precursor to the New Covenant, where God gives His Spirit to write the law on believers' hearts (Jeremiah 31:33).

the two stone tablets
The stone tablets symbolize the permanence and unchanging nature of God's law. Stone, being durable, indicates that the commandments are meant to endure through generations. Archaeologically, similar stone inscriptions have been found in the ancient Near East, used for important decrees, underscoring the significance of the tablets. The tablets also prefigure Christ, the "living stone" (1 Peter 2:4), who embodies the law.

the tablets of the covenant
These tablets represent the formal agreement between God and Israel, akin to ancient suzerain-vassal treaties. The covenant establishes Israel as God's chosen people, with the law serving as the terms of this relationship. This covenant is foundational for understanding Israel's identity and mission. In the New Testament, Jesus is seen as the mediator of a new and better covenant (Hebrews 8:6), fulfilling and surpassing the old covenant's requirements.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the two stone tablets from God. He is a central figure in the Pentateuch and serves as a mediator between God and the people.

2.The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant-keeping God of Israel who gave the law to Moses. His interaction with Moses on Mount Sinai is a pivotal moment in Israel's history.

3.The Two Stone Tablets
These tablets contained the Ten Commandments, representing God's covenant with Israel. They symbolize God's law and His expectations for His people.

4.Mount Sinai
The mountain where Moses received the law from God. It is a place of divine revelation and covenant-making.

5.The Israelites
The people of God who were to receive and live by the commandments given to Moses. Their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land is marked by moments of faith and rebellion.

Teaching Points

The Significance of Forty Days
The number forty often signifies a period of testing, preparation, or judgment in the Bible. Reflect on how God uses these times to prepare His people for His purposes.

The Covenant Relationship
The giving of the law on stone tablets underscores the seriousness and permanence of God's covenant with His people. Consider how this covenant relationship is fulfilled in Christ and what it means for believers today.

The Role of the Mediator
Moses acted as a mediator between God and Israel. In the New Testament, Jesus is our ultimate mediator. Reflect on the importance of having a mediator and how Jesus fulfills this role perfectly.

Obedience to God's Law
The tablets represent God's expectations for His people. Discuss the importance of obedience to God's commands and how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live according to God's will.

God's Faithfulness
Despite Israel's failures, God remained faithful to His covenant. Consider how God's faithfulness is evident in your life and how you can respond with faith and obedience.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 9:11?

2.How does Deuteronomy 9:11 emphasize the importance of God's commandments in our lives?

3.What lessons can we learn from Moses' 40 days on the mountain?

4.How does Deuteronomy 9:11 connect with the giving of the Ten Commandments?

5.In what ways can we prepare our hearts to receive God's instructions today?

6.How can we ensure we remain faithful to God's covenant, as Moses did?

7.What is the significance of the forty days and nights in Deuteronomy 9:11?

8.How does Deuteronomy 9:11 reflect God's covenant with Israel?

9.Why did Moses receive the tablets after forty days in Deuteronomy 9:11?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 9?

11.Deuteronomy 9:6 - Why does this passage emphasize Israel's unworthiness while other parts of the law emphasize adherence to commandments for blessings and favor?

12.How does sparing the Gibeonites (Joshua 9:15) align with instructions to destroy all Canaanite inhabitants (Deuteronomy 20:16-17)?

13.In 2 Samuel 21:5-6, why does David permit the execution of Saul's descendants if Deuteronomy 24:16 forbids punishing children for a parent's wrongdoing?

14.Deuteronomy 15:11 acknowledges the perpetual presence of poverty--does this contradict the earlier statement that there would be no poor?

What Does Deuteronomy 9:11 Mean

At the end

“And at the end…” (Deuteronomy 9:11)

• Moses marks a clear finish line to an intense spiritual encounter that began back inDeuteronomy 9:9.

• The phrase reminds us that God’s dealings move on His timetable, not ours (cf.Galatians 4:4;Ecclesiastes 3:1).

• It underscores completion—what God starts, He finishes (Philippians 1:6).

Of forty days and forty nights

“…of forty days and forty nights…”

• Forty is consistently linked to testing and preparation:

– Flood waters fell forty days (Genesis 7:4).

– Israel’s spies explored Canaan forty days (Numbers 13:25).

– Elijah journeyed forty days to Horeb (1 Kings 19:8).

– Jesus fasted forty days in the wilderness (Matthew 4:2).

• Moses fasted completely during this period (Deuteronomy 9:9;Exodus 34:28), highlighting total dependence on God.

• The literal length stresses God’s ability to sustain His servant supernaturally (Deuteronomy 8:3).

The LORD gave me

“…the LORD gave me…”

• The initiative is entirely God’s; Moses is a recipient, not a co-author (Exodus 31:18).

• Gift language points to grace—God bestows what Israel could never earn (Ephesians 2:8-9).

• It affirms divine revelation: the law is not human wisdom but God’s direct communication (James 1:17).

The two stone tablets

“…the two stone tablets…”

• Stone speaks of durability and permanence; God’s moral standards do not shift (Psalm 119:89).

• Two tablets likely reflect covenant symmetry: duties toward God and duties toward neighbor (cf.Matthew 22:37-40).

• Written “by the finger of God” (Exodus 31:18), underscoring divine authorship.

The tablets of the covenant

“…the tablets of the covenant.”

• “Covenant” (Exodus 24:7-8) frames the tablets as the binding agreement between YHWH and Israel.

• The law is relational, not merely legal—rooted in God’s prior redemption (Exodus 20:2).

• These tablets were stored in the ark (Hebrews 9:4), symbolizing God’s throne among His people.

• Later prophets pointed to a future covenant written on hearts (Jeremiah 31:31-33), but grounded in the same holy character.

summary

Deuteronomy 9:11 captures a climactic moment: after forty days of divinely sustained fasting, God personally hands Moses enduring stone tablets that seal His covenant with Israel. Every word highlights God’s initiative, grace, and unchanging standards, calling His people to trust, obedience, and covenant faithfulness.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

And
וַיְהִ֗י(way·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, be

at the end
מִקֵּץ֙(miq·qêṣ)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7093:An extremity, after

of forty
אַרְבָּעִ֣ים(’ar·bā·‘îm)
Number - common plural
Strong's 705:Forty

days
י֔וֹם(yō·wm)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117:A day

and forty
וְאַרְבָּעִ֖ים(wə·’ar·bā·‘îm)
Conjunctive waw | Number - common plural
Strong's 705:Forty

nights,
לָ֑יְלָה(lā·yə·lāh)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3915:A twist, night, adversity

the LORD
יְהוָ֜ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

gave
נָתַ֨ן(nā·ṯan)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414:To give, put, set

me the two
שְׁנֵ֛י(šə·nê)
Number - mdc
Strong's 8147:Two (a cardinal number)

stone
הָאֲבָנִ֖ים(hā·’ă·ḇā·nîm)
Article | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 68:A stone

tablets,
לֻחֹ֥ת(lu·ḥōṯ)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3871:To glisten, a tablet, of stone, wood, metal

the tablets
לֻח֥וֹת(lu·ḥō·wṯ)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3871:To glisten, a tablet, of stone, wood, metal

of the covenant,
הַבְּרִֽית׃(hab·bə·rîṯ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 1285:A covenant

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