Deuteronomy 20:16
“But of the cities of these people, which the LORD thy God doth give thee for an inheritance, thou shalt save alive nothing that breatheth:”

What does Deuteronomy 20:16 mean?
Deuteronomy 20:16 in the King James Version of the Bible reads: "But of the cities of these people, which the Lord thy God doth give thee for an inheritance, thou shalt save alive nothing that breatheth." This verse is part of a larger passage in the book of Deuteronomy that…
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Deuteronomy 20:16 states, “But of the cities of these people, which the LORD thy God doth give thee for an inheritance, thou shalt save alive nothing that breatheth.” This verse presents a challenging and complex command from God to the Israelites as they were to take possession…
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Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, I come before You with an open heart, seeking Your wisdom and guidance as I meditate on Your words found in Deuteronomy 20:16. "But of the cities of these people, which the LORD thy God doth give thee for an inheritance, thou…
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