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Deuteronomy 13

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Easy Bible・Deuteronomy 13

Warning against False Prophets

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Deuteronomy 13:1
If a prophet, or one who foretells by dreams, appears among you and announces to you a miraculous sign or wonder,

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In Deuteronomy 13, Moses warns the Israelites about false prophets who might try to lead them astray from worshiping the true God. He instructs them that even if a prophet or a dreamer of dreams performs signs or wonders and predicts the future accurately, if they encourage the Israelites to follow other gods, they should not listen to them. The Lord is testing their love and loyalty to Him, and they must remain faithful. Moses emphasizes the importance of staying true to the covenant with God and not being swayed by false teachings or charismatic individuals. He urges the Israelites to put these false prophets to death as a way to remove evil from their midst and preserve their relationship with God. This severe punishment serves as a deterrent for anyone who might be tempted to turn away from the true faith. The chapter concludes with a reminder to the Israelites to fear the Lord and obey His commandments. They are to serve Him wholeheartedly and not be enticed by the false gods of the nations around them. By remaining faithful to God and rejecting false prophets, the Israelites will experience His blessings and protection.

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