Deuteronomy 32:25 Meaning and Explanation
“The sword without, and terror within, shall destroy both the young man and the virgin, the suckling also with the man of gray hairs.”
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Read Full Chapter →War and fear will destroy Israel across all ages, from infants to the elderly.
The Context of Deuteronomy 32:25
Moses describes comprehensive destruction affecting all ages and conditions.
What Does Deuteronomy 32:25 Mean?
The contrast of sword without and terror within frames judgment as total—no escape in flight or fortification. Terror penetrates the inner sanctuary. This simultaneity of external threat and internal fear is the condition of a nation abandoned by its covenant God.
The listing of ages—infant, young, virgin, old—emphasizes that judgment touches every generation. No age group escapes, no strength avails. This totality points to the severity of covenant breach: when the foundation is broken, all that stands upon it falls.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 32:25
What does Deuteronomy 32:25 mean?
War and fear will destroy Israel across all ages, from infants to the elderly.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 32:25?
Moses describes comprehensive destruction affecting all ages and conditions.