For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, mighty, and awesome God, showing no partiality and accepting no bribe. For the LORD your GodThis phrase establishes the personal relationship between God and the Israelites. The Hebrew word for "LORD" is "YHWH," the sacred and personal name of God, emphasizing His covenantal relationship with His people. "Your God" signifies ownership and intimacy, reminding the Israelites that they are His chosen people, bound by the covenant established at Sinai. is God of gods
The phrase "God of gods" underscores the supremacy of Yahweh over all other deities. In the ancient Near Eastern context, polytheism was prevalent, with various nations worshiping multiple gods. This declaration affirms monotheism and the belief that Yahweh is the ultimate authority, surpassing all other so-called gods, who are powerless in comparison. and Lord of lords
"Lord of lords" further emphasizes God's supreme authority. The Hebrew word "Adonai" is used for "Lord," indicating mastery and ownership. This title reflects God's sovereignty over all earthly rulers and authorities, reinforcing His ultimate control over the universe and human affairs. the great, mighty, and awesome God
These adjectives—"great," "mighty," and "awesome"—highlight God's attributes. "Great" speaks to His vastness and incomprehensibility. "Mighty" refers to His power and strength, often demonstrated through His acts of deliverance and judgment. "Awesome" conveys a sense of reverence and fear, acknowledging His holiness and the awe He inspires in His people. showing no partiality
This phrase reveals God's just nature. The Hebrew term "nasa panim" means "to lift the face," a metaphor for showing favoritism. God is impartial, treating all individuals with fairness and justice, regardless of their status or position. This attribute is a call for His people to emulate His justice in their own dealings. and accepting no bribe
In ancient times, bribery was a common practice to sway judgments. This phrase asserts God's incorruptibility and integrity. He cannot be influenced by human means, ensuring that His judgments are righteous and true. This serves as a model for human leaders to uphold justice without corruption. Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His people. 2. MosesThe prophet and leader of Israel, delivering God's laws and commandments to the Israelites. 3. IsraelitesThe chosen people of God, receiving the law and commandments as they prepare to enter the Promised Land. 4. CanaanThe land promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, which the Israelites are about to enter. 5. Mount SinaiThe place where Moses received the Ten Commandments and where God established His covenant with Israel. Teaching Points God's Supreme AuthorityRecognize that God is above all other powers and authorities. In our lives, we should submit to His will and trust in His ultimate sovereignty. God's Impartial JusticeUnderstand that God judges without favoritism. We are called to emulate His fairness in our interactions with others, treating everyone with equal respect and love. God's Incomparable GreatnessReflect on the greatness and might of God. In times of trouble or uncertainty, remember His power and ability to act on behalf of His people. Rejecting CorruptionGod accepts no bribe, highlighting His incorruptibility. As followers of Christ, we should strive to live with integrity, resisting any form of corruption or compromise. Living in Awe of GodCultivate a sense of awe and reverence for God in daily life. Let His majesty and holiness inspire worship and obedience. Bible Study Questions 1. How does understanding God as the "God of gods and Lord of lords" influence your view of His authority in your life? 2. In what ways can you reflect God's impartiality in your relationships and interactions with others? 3. How does acknowledging God's greatness and might provide comfort and assurance in difficult situations? 4. What steps can you take to ensure that you live a life of integrity, free from corruption or compromise? 5. How can you cultivate a deeper sense of awe and reverence for God in your daily spiritual practices? Connections to Other Scriptures Psalm 136This psalm repeatedly acknowledges God as the "God of gods" and "Lord of lords," echoing the language of Deuteronomy 10:17 and emphasizing His enduring love and sovereignty. Revelation 19In the New Testament, Jesus is referred to as "King of kings and Lord of lords," connecting the Old Testament understanding of God's supreme authority to the person of Christ. Acts 10Peter's vision and subsequent realization that God shows no partiality, reinforcing the truth that God is impartial and just, as stated in Deuteronomy 10:17. James 2This passage warns against showing favoritism, aligning with the teaching that God shows no partiality and calls His people to reflect His character. People Aaron, Eleazar, Jaakanites, Jakan, Levi, MosesPlaces Beeroth Bene-jaakan, Beth-baal-peor, Egypt, Jotbathah, Moserah, SinaiTopics Accepteth, Accepts, Awesome, Awful, Bribe, Bribes, Doesn't, Feared, Fearful, Gods, Greatly, Lords, Man's, Mighty, Partial, Partiality, Persons, Position, Power, Regardeth, Respect, Reward, Rewards, Shows, Strong, Takes, Taketh, TerribleDictionary of Bible Themes Deuteronomy 10:17 1060 God, greatness of
1130 God, sovereignty
1230 God, the Lord
2224 Christ, the Lord
5238 bribery
5308 equality
5360 justice, God
8753 favouritism
9210 judgment, God's Deuteronomy 10:12-20 1335 blessing Deuteronomy 10:17-18 1075 God, justice of
1205 God, titles of
5292 defence, divine
5310 exploitation
5882 impartiality Deuteronomy 10:17-19 5023 image of God
6604 acceptance, human Library Election and Holiness
Now, this morning it may be that some of you will not approve of what I have to say. You will remember, however, that I do not seek your approbation, that it will be sufficient for me if I have cleared my conscience concerning a grand truth and have preached the gospel faithfully. I am not accountable to you, nor you to me. You are accountable to God, if you reject a truth; I am accountable to Him if I preach an error. I am not afraid to stand before His bar with regard to the great doctrines which …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 6: 1860Book iii. The Ascent: from the River Jordan to the Mount of Transfiguration.
{hebrew} In every passage of Scripture where thou findest the Majesty of God, thou also findest close by His Condescension (Humility). So it is written down in the Law [Deut. x. 17, followed by verse 18], repeated in the Prophets [Is. lvii. 15], and reiterated in the Hagiographa [Ps. lxviii. 4, followed by verse 5].' - Megill 31 a. …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah a survey of the third and closing discourse of the prophet
We shall now, in conclusion, give a survey of the third and closing discourse of the prophet. After an introduction in vi. 1, 2, where the mountains serve only to give greater solemnity to the scene (in the fundamental passages Deut. xxxii. 1, and in Is. 1, 2, "heaven and earth" are mentioned for the same purposes, inasmuch as they are the most venerable parts of creation; "contend with the mountains" by taking them in and applying to [Pg 522] them as hearers), the prophet reminds the people of …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament Commerce
The remarkable change which we have noticed in the views of Jewish authorities, from contempt to almost affectation of manual labour, could certainly not have been arbitrary. But as we fail to discover here any religious motive, we can only account for it on the score of altered political and social circumstances. So long as the people were, at least nominally, independent, and in possession of their own land, constant engagement in a trade would probably mark an inferior social stage, and imply …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Sanctification.
I. I will remind you of some points that have been settled in this course of study. 1. The true intent and meaning of the law of God has been, as I trust, ascertained in the lectures on moral government. Let this point if need be, be examined by reference to those lectures. 2. We have also seen, in those lectures, what is not, and what is implied in entire obedience to the moral law. 3. In those lectures, and also in the lectures on justification and repentance, it has been shown that nothing is …
Charles Grandison Finney—Systematic Theology Parable of the Importunate Widow.
^C Luke XVIII. 1-8. ^c 1 And he spake a parable unto them to the end that they ought always to pray, and not to faint; 2 saying, There was in a city a judge, who feared not God, and regarded not man [an utterly abandoned character]: 3 and there was a widow in that city; and she came oft unto him, saying, Avenge me of [rather, Do justice to me as to] mine adversary. [In Scripture language widowhood is symbolic of defenselessness (Ex. xxii. 22-24; Deut. x. 18; xxvii. 19; Mal. iii. 5; Mark xii. 40), …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel Covenanting a Duty.
The exercise of Covenanting with God is enjoined by Him as the Supreme Moral Governor of all. That his Covenant should be acceded to, by men in every age and condition, is ordained as a law, sanctioned by his high authority,--recorded in his law of perpetual moral obligation on men, as a statute decreed by him, and in virtue of his underived sovereignty, promulgated by his command. "He hath commanded his covenant for ever."[171] The exercise is inculcated according to the will of God, as King and …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting Thirtieth Lesson. An Holy Priesthood;'
An holy priesthood;' Or, The Ministry of Intercession. An holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.'--I Peter ii. 5. Ye shall be named the Priests of the Lord.'--Isaiah lxi. 6. THE Spirit of the Lord God is upon me: because the Lord hath anointed me.' These are the words of Jesus in Isaiah. As the fruit of His work all redeemed ones are priests, fellow-partakers with Him of His anointing with the Spirit as High Priest. Like the precious ointment upon …
Andrew Murray—With Christ in the School of Prayer Covenanting Confers Obligation.
As it has been shown that all duty, and that alone, ought to be vowed to God in covenant, it is manifest that what is lawfully engaged to in swearing by the name of God is enjoined in the moral law, and, because of the authority of that law, ought to be performed as a duty. But it is now to be proved that what is promised to God by vow or oath, ought to be performed also because of the act of Covenanting. The performance of that exercise is commanded, and the same law which enjoins that the duties …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting Kadesh. Rekam, and that Double. Inquiry is Made, Whether the Doubling it in the Maps is Well Done.
The readers of the eastern interpreters will observe, that Kadesh is rendered by all Rekam, or in a sound very near it. In the Chaldee, it is 'Rekam': in the Syriac, 'Rekem': in the Arabic, 'Rakim'... There are two places noted by the name Rekam in the very bounds of the land,--to wit, the southern and eastern: that is, a double Kadesh. I. Of Kadesh, or Rekam, in the south part, there is no doubt. II. Of it, in the eastern part, there is this mention: "From Rekam to the east, and Rekam is as the …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica An Appendix to the Beatitudes
His commandments are not grievous 1 John 5:3 You have seen what Christ calls for poverty of spirit, pureness of heart, meekness, mercifulness, cheerfulness in suffering persecution, etc. Now that none may hesitate or be troubled at these commands of Christ, I thought good (as a closure to the former discourse) to take off the surmises and prejudices in men's spirits by this sweet, mollifying Scripture, His commandments are not grievous.' The censuring world objects against religion that it is difficult …
Thomas Watson—The Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5:1-12 Jesus Attends the First Passover of his Ministry.
(Jerusalem, April 9, a.d. 27.) Subdivision B. Jesus Talks with Nicodemus. ^D John III. 1-21. ^d 1 Now there was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. [Nicodemus is mentioned only by John. His character is marked by a prudence amounting almost to timidity. At John vii. 50-52 he defends Jesus, but without committing himself as in any way interested in him: at John xix. 38, 39 he brought spices for the body of Jesus, but only after Joseph of Arimathæa had secured the body. …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel Deuteronomy
Owing to the comparatively loose nature of the connection between consecutive passages in the legislative section, it is difficult to present an adequate summary of the book of Deuteronomy. In the first section, i.-iv. 40, Moses, after reviewing the recent history of the people, and showing how it reveals Jehovah's love for Israel, earnestly urges upon them the duty of keeping His laws, reminding them of His spirituality and absoluteness. Then follows the appointment, iv. 41-43--here irrelevant (cf. …
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