Deuteronomy 26:13 Meaning and Explanation
“Then thou shalt say before the LORD thy God, I have brought away the hallowed things out of mine house, and also have given them unto the Levite, and unto the stranger, to the fatherless, and to the widow, according to all thy commandments which thou hast commanded me: I have not transgressed thy commandments, neither have I forgotten them:”
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Read Full Chapter →Declare that you have faithfully distributed the holy portion to the vulnerable and kept God's commandments.
The Context of Deuteronomy 26:13
The declaration accompanying the third-year tithe, affirming faithful obedience.
What Does Deuteronomy 26:13 Mean?
After distributing tithes in the third year, the householder makes a solemn declaration—not claiming sinlessness, but affirming honest obedience to the specific command to share with the poor and needy.
This confession in God's presence holds the worshiper accountable. It is a self-examination that transforms tax-like obligation into moral covenant, naming the vulnerable by category: Levite, stranger, orphan, widow.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 26:13
What does Deuteronomy 26:13 mean?
Declare that you have faithfully distributed the holy portion to the vulnerable and kept God's commandments.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 26:13?
The declaration accompanying the third-year tithe, affirming faithful obedience.