Deuteronomy 25:17 Meaning and Explanation
“Remember what Amalek did unto thee by the way, when ye were come forth out of Egypt;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Remember Amalek's unprovoked attack on you as you left Egypt.
The Context of Deuteronomy 25:17
Introducing the command to blot out Amalek's memory.
What Does Deuteronomy 25:17 Mean?
The Amalekites attacked Israel from behind while the people were vulnerable and tired—a cowardly strike against the weak. This was not warfare fought with honor but an ambush intended to terrorize a refugee nation. The attack was part of Israel's recent memory, a wound not yet healed.
The command to 'remember' was not a call to reminisce but to hold the truth fast: you were innocent, the attack was real, it happened. Memory anchors the next step in the law. You cannot forgive what you have forgotten, and you cannot act justly without knowing what was done to you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 25:17
What does Deuteronomy 25:17 mean?
Remember Amalek's unprovoked attack on you as you left Egypt.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 25:17?
Introducing the command to blot out Amalek's memory.