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For it is no vain thing for you; because it is your life, and through this thing you shall prolong your days in the land, where you go over the Jordan to possess it.

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Not a Trivial Matter

Commentators stress that God's word is 'no vain thing.' It is not a light or trifling matter but one of ultimate importance. Scholars describe it as a matter of life and death, demanding the utmost attention and seriousness from God's people.

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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 32:47

19th Century

Bishop

For it is not a vain thing for you. —Not too light a thing for you, not unworthy of your attention.

It…

John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 32:47

17th Century

Pastor

For it [is] not a vain thing for you
That is, the law is not, and the observance of it in them and their children; i…

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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…