Deuteronomy 30:11 Meaning and Explanation
“For this commandment which I command thee this day, it is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →This law I give you is not mysterious or distant—it is accessible to you.
The Context of Deuteronomy 30:11
The law is accessible, not hidden or remote.
What Does Deuteronomy 30:11 Mean?
Moses begins to address a crucial objection: 'Is God's law too hard, too obscure, too remote for ordinary people to understand and keep?' The answer is no. The commandment is 'not hidden' (not veiled in impenetrable mystery) and 'not far off' (not located in some distant, inaccessible realm). The covenant is knowable.
This affirmation opens the way to vv. 12-14, where Moses will elaborate that the commandment is neither in heaven (requiring superhuman access) nor beyond the sea (requiring superhuman reach), but accessible in the mouth and heart—in language, memory, and the capacity to choose.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 30:11
What does Deuteronomy 30:11 mean?
This law I give you is not mysterious or distant—it is accessible to you.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 30:11?
The law is accessible, not hidden or remote.