Deuteronomy 29:19 Meaning and Explanation
“And it come to pass, when he heareth the words of this curse, that he bless himself in his heart, saying, I shall have peace, though I walk in the imagination of mine heart, to add drunkenness to thirst:”
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Read Full Chapter →Those who rebel convince themselves they will have peace despite disobeying God.
The Context of Deuteronomy 29:19
Moses describes the mindset of those who reject the covenant.
What Does Deuteronomy 29:19 Mean?
The rebel hears the covenant curse and dismisses it. 'I shall have peace,' they say privately, even while walking in stubbornness. They follow the imagination of their own heart—their own desires and plans—rather than God's. They add 'drunkenness to thirst'—excess upon excess, vice upon vice.
This self-deception is dangerous. They pronounce blessing on themselves, but their blessing contradicts God's word. They trust their own judgment over God's explicit warnings. They walk deeper into disobedience, convincing themselves that nothing will happen to them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 29:19
What does Deuteronomy 29:19 mean?
Those who rebel convince themselves they will have peace despite disobeying God.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 29:19?
Moses describes the mindset of those who reject the covenant.