Deuteronomy 28:11

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Und der HERR wird dir Überfluß geben an Gütern, an der Frucht deines Leibes, an der Frucht deines Viehes und an der Frucht deines Ackers, auf dem Lande, von dem der HERR deinen Vätern geschworen hat, daß er es dir gebe.

Was bedeutet das?

In this verse, God promises to bless the Israelites with abundance in all aspects of life: wealth, family, livestock, and crops, in the land He promised to give them. This blessing is part of God's covenant with the Israelites.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have a really big garden, and God says, 'I will make sure you have lots of yummy vegetables, a big family to share them with, plenty of pets, and a beautiful place to grow all this in.' That's what God is promising here!

Historischer Hintergrund

This verse is part of the book of Deuteronomy, written by Moses around 1250 BC. It was given to the Israelites before they entered the Promised Land, reminding them of God's promise and covenant.

Anwendung für heute

In modern times, this verse can be applied to a family business that grows significantly due to hard work and divine blessing, ensuring prosperity in financial and familial realms.

Themen

• blessings
• prosperity
• covenant
• promised land
• divine promise
• abundance

Verwandte Verse

• Genesis 12:2
• Psalms 107:34
• Proverbs 10:22
• Matthew 5:45
• Luke 12:32

Häufige Fragen

What does 'fruit of thy body' mean in this verse?

It refers to children, symbolizing the continuation of the family line and the blessings passed down through generations.

Is this promise only for the Israelites?

While specifically addressed to the Israelites, the principle of divine blessing extends to all who are faithful, as seen in other biblical promises.

How can one ensure they receive such blessings?

The key is to follow God's commandments and live a life of faith and obedience, as described in various parts of the Bible.

What does 'the land which the LORD sware unto thy fathers to give thee' mean?

It means the land of Canaan, which God promised to give to Abraham and his descendants, as part of the covenant between God and the Israelites.