Deuteronomy 28:68 Meaning and Explanation
“And the LORD shall bring thee into Egypt again with ships, by the way whereof I spake unto thee, Thou shalt see it no more again: and there ye shall be sold unto your enemies for bondmen and bondwomen, and no man shall buy you.”
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Read Full Chapter →Return to Egypt as slaves with no option for freedom.
The Context of Deuteronomy 28:68
Return to Egypt as permanent slaves.
What Does Deuteronomy 28:68 Mean?
The chapter concludes by returning Israel to Egypt—not as the free people God liberated centuries earlier, but as slaves returned by God. The phrase 'the way whereof I spake unto thee, thou shalt see it no more again' refers to the original covenant promise of never returning. That promise is broken by disobedience.
In Egypt they are sold as slaves; worse, 'no man shall buy you' means permanent slavery without hope of redemption. The exodus pattern is inverted—not liberation but enslavement.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 28:68
What does Deuteronomy 28:68 mean?
Return to Egypt as slaves with no option for freedom.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 28:68?
Return to Egypt as permanent slaves.