Deuteronomy 6:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And houses full of all good things, which thou filledst not, and wells digged, which thou diggedst not, vineyards and olive trees, which thou plantedst not; when thou shalt have eaten and be full;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Israel will inherit complete prosperity—houses, wells, vineyards, and olive orchards already established.
The Context of Deuteronomy 6:11
Description of the complete material prosperity awaiting Israel.
What Does Deuteronomy 6:11 Mean?
Every provision is ready-made. The houses are furnished, the wells dug, the vineyards mature and productive, the olive trees established and bearing fruit. Israel will do no labor yet reap the reward. The accumulation of detail—'full of good things,' 'eaten and be full'—emphasizes total abundance, nothing lacking.
This lavish provision tests Israel's faithfulness. Abundance brings spiritual danger: forgetting the source of blessing and turning to other gods. The ease and plenty of possession create the conditions for the temptation that follows in the chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 6:11
What does Deuteronomy 6:11 mean?
Israel will inherit complete prosperity—houses, wells, vineyards, and olive orchards already established.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 6:11?
Description of the complete material prosperity awaiting Israel.