Deuteronomy 16 (KJV)
Read Deuteronomy chapter 16 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.
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Deuteronomy 16 Summary
Deuteronomy 16 prescribes three annual pilgrimage festivals — Passover, the Feast of Weeks (Pentecost), and the Feast of Tabernacles. Every Israelite male was required to appear before the Lord three times a year, and none were to come empty-handed.
The chapter also introduces requirements for appointing judges and emphasizes impartial justice. This combination of worship and justice reflects God's dual concern: right relationship with Him and right relationships with one another.
Key Themes
Three Pilgrimage FeastsWorship CalendarImpartial JusticeGenerous Giving
Key Verses in Deuteronomy 16
"That which is altogether just shalt thou follow, that thou mayest live, and inherit the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee."
— Deuteronomy 16:20
Justice is not optional — it's essential for inheriting and enjoying God's blessings.
Life Application
Regular gatherings for worship and an unwavering commitment to justice — these two priorities should define your life as they defined Israel's. Don't separate devotion from fairness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the three pilgrimage festivals?
Passover (remembering the Exodus), the Feast of Weeks (celebrating the grain harvest), and the Feast of Tabernacles (commemorating wilderness dwelling).
Why couldn't they come empty-handed?
Bringing offerings expressed gratitude and acknowledged that every blessing came from God. Worship without generosity was incomplete.
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