Deuteronomy 12:19

“Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon the earth.”

"Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon the earth." - Deuteronomy 12:19
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What does Deuteronomy 12:19 mean?

Deuteronomy 12:19 in the King James Version reads, "Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon the earth." This verse is found within the larger context of the book of Deuteronomy, which is a continuation of the laws and statutes given to…

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Honoring the Levite: A Devotional Reflection on Deuteronomy 12:19

As we delve into the profound essence of Deuteronomy 12:19, which states, "Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon the earth," we find ourselves confronted with a call to responsibility and a reminder of the essential role that different…

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A Prayer of Rememberance and Stewardship

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts humbled in Your presence, seeking guidance and wisdom as we reflect upon Your Holy Word, specifically Deuteronomy 12:19, which reminds us to "Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon…

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Deuteronomy 19:16 - "¶ If a false witness rise up against any man to testify against him that which is wrong;"
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Deuteronomy 12:24 - "Thou shalt not eat it; thou shalt pour it upon the earth as water."
Deuteronomy 32:12 - "So the LORD alone did lead him, and there was no strange god with him."
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Deuteronomy 32:19 - "And when the LORD saw it, he abhorred them, because of the provoking of his sons, and of his daughters."
Deuteronomy 5:12 - "Keep the sabbath day to sanctify it, as the LORD thy God hath commanded thee."
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Deuteronomy 19:20 - "And those which remain shall hear, and fear, and shall henceforth commit no more any such evil among you."
Deuteronomy 12:9 - "For ye are not as yet come to the rest and to the inheritance, which the LORD your God giveth you."
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