What Does Deuteronomy 31:6 Mean?
Deuteronomy 31:6 meaning explained verse-by-verse: "Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go ..." Original language, context & application.
"Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee."
— Deuteronomy 31:6 (KJV)
The Plain Meaning
Moses spoke these words to Israel before his death, assuring them of God's faithful presence as they entered the Promised Land. God's presence is the foundation for courage.
Word Study
'Lo yarpe'kha' means 'He will not let go of you' or 'He will not slacken His grip.' 'Raphah' means to relax or release—God will never loosen His hold on His people. Combined with 'lo ya'azvekha' (not forsake you), it forms a double promise of unfailing presence.
Living It Out
God's promise never to leave or forsake His people extends to all believers. Whatever challenges you face, you don't face them alone. God goes before you and with you.
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