Deuteronomy 11:19 Meaning and Explanation
“And ye shall teach them your children, speaking of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.”
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Read Full Chapter →Parents must continuously teach covenant law to their children in all life contexts.
The Context of Deuteronomy 11:19
Moses extends the memorization practice to include parental instruction of the next generation.
What Does Deuteronomy 11:19 Mean?
Extended remembrance through teaching is essential. Parents are commanded to speak of God's words not in formal, scheduled moments but continuously—at home, on journeys, before sleep, and upon waking. This weaves the law into daily life and conversation.
The emphasis on parental teaching addresses the earlier concern (verse 2) that the rising generation did not see the plagues. Oral transmission through intentional, pervasive teaching becomes the mechanism for maintaining covenant continuity across generations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 11:19
What does Deuteronomy 11:19 mean?
Parents must continuously teach covenant law to their children in all life contexts.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 11:19?
Moses extends the memorization practice to include parental instruction of the next generation.