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He said to them, Set your heart to all the words which I testify to you this day, which you shall command your children to observe to do, [even] all the words of this law.

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More Than Just Hearing

Commentators explain that to "set your heart" on God's words is an active, internal process. It goes beyond mere listening to include memorizing, reflecting on the meaning, and applying it to one's life. It is a command for deep, personal engagement with all of God's law.

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Deuteronomy

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Deuteronomy 32:44–52

18th Century

Theologian

These verses were, no doubt, added by the author of the supplement to Deuteronomy. For the statements contained in them, consult the marginal refer…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Deuteronomy 32:46

19th Century

Bishop

Set your hearts unto all the words. —Rashi compares Ezekiel 40:4: Son of man, behold with thine eyes, and hear with thine ears…

John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 32:46

17th Century

Pastor

And he said unto them
By way of exhortation:

set your hearts to all the words which I testify amo…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Deuteronomy 32:44–47

17th Century

Minister

Here is the solemn delivery of this song to Israel, with a charge to heed all the good words Moses had said to them. It is not a trifle, but a matt…