Deuteronomy 7:13 Meaning and Explanation
“And he will love thee, and bless thee, and multiply thee: he will also bless the fruit of thy womb, and the fruit of thy land, thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep, in the land which he sware unto thy fathers to give thee.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Deuteronomy 7:13
God's blessings for obedience include numerous descendants and agricultural abundance.
What Does Deuteronomy 7:13 Mean?
The blessings promised for obedience are comprehensive and concrete. God will love them (relational), bless them (active favor), and multiply them (increase in population). The blessings extend into the material world: fruitful wombs (children), abundant harvests (corn, wine, oil), and flourishing livestock (cattle and sheep). These blessings are not generic but specific to an agricultural society entering a fertile land.
All these blessings are located 'in the land which he sware unto thy fathers to give thee'—they are not mere promises but occupancy of the promised land itself. The list of agricultural products reflects the real concerns of an ancient Near Eastern farmer and the genuine abundance of Canaan. Obedience opens the door to experiencing this land's fullness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 7:13
What does Deuteronomy 7:13 mean?
God will love, bless, and multiply Israel—blessing their children, crops, animals, and all produce of the land.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 7:13?
God's blessings for obedience include numerous descendants and agricultural abundance.