Deuteronomy 8:17

Translations

Modern

You might say in your heart, “The power and strength of my hands have made this wealth for me.”

Traditional

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

Literal

…and you say in your heart, “My power and the might of my hand have gained me this wealth.”

Latin

…ne diceres in corde tuo: Fortitudo mea, et robur manus meæ, hæc mihi omnia præstiterunt:

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Hebrew

English

You might say in your heart, “The power and strength of my hands have made this wealth for me.”

Notes

Deuteronomy 8:1–20

After Israel settled in the land, they might begin to think that their success came from their own strength and skill. This is a common human tendency.

Moses warned them not to become proud or congratulate themselves. They must remember that God alone gives prosperity and success. All that they achieve comes from him.

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