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God's Law is Not a Secret
Commentators explain that this verse's primary meaning is that God's commands are not a hidden mystery or physically out of reach. They are clearly revealed and made plain, meaning ignorance cannot be used as an excuse for disobedience. The path to righteousness is not confined to the learned but is accessible to all.
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Deuteronomy
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Albert Barnes
On Deuteronomy 30:11–20
18th Century
Theologian
Ignorance of the requirements of the law cannot be pleaded (Deuteronomy 30:10–14); therefore, life and death, good and evil, are solemn…
Charles Ellicott
On Deuteronomy 30:11–14
19th Century
Bishop
Deuteronomy 30:11–14. THE LAW OF THE RIGHTEOUSNESS WHICH IS OF FAITH.
For this commandment. —H…
John Gill
On Deuteronomy 30:12
17th Century
Pastor
It [is] not in heaven
The scheme of it was formed in heaven, it was hid in the heart of God there, before revealed; …
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Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 30:11–14
17th Century
Minister
The law is not too high for you. It is not only known from afar; it is not confined to the learned. It is written in your books, made plain, so tha…