Deuteronomy 18:12

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

لِأنَّ كُلَّ مَنْ يَفْعَلُ هَذَا مَمْقُوتٌ عِنْدَ اللهِ. وَبِسَبَبِ هَذِهِ المُمَارَسَاتِ الشِّرِّيرَةِ وَالكَرِيهَةِ، فَإنَّ إلَهَكُمْ سَيَطْرُدُ تِلْكَ الأُمَمَ مِنَ الأرْضِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Deuteronomy explains that practices such as divination and sorcery are abominations to God. God tells the Israelites that He is driving out other nations from their land because of these abominations. The key message is that God condemns certain practices and will act against those who engage in them.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a toy that you really like, but your friend plays with it in a way that makes you upset. You decide to take it away because you don't like how they're using it. God is like that with the land He gave to the Israelites; He is taking it from the people who did things He didn't like.

Historical Background

Deuteronomy was written by Moses around 1200 B.C. It was given to the Israelites as they were about to enter the Promised Land. The cultural setting was one where many surrounding nations engaged in pagan practices, which God wanted the Israelites to avoid.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, we might think about how we use technology or social media. Just like God didn't want the Israelites to engage in certain practices, we should be mindful of how we use our tools and avoid behaviors that are harmful or unethical.

Topics

• divination
• abomination
• God's judgment
• Israelite practices
• moral standards
• cultural influence

Related Verses

• Exodus 20:4-5
• Leviticus 18:24-25
• 1 Samuel 15:23
• Romans 1:26-27
• Revelation 21:27

Frequently Asked Questions

What are considered abominations in this context?

In this verse, abominations refer to practices like divination and sorcery, which God considers morally wrong and offensive.

Why does God drive out the nations?

God drives out the nations because of their abominable practices, which are morally corrupt and contrary to His will and commands.

How can this verse apply to modern life?

This verse can remind us to be mindful of our actions and the moral standards we uphold, avoiding practices that are harmful or against ethical principles.

What other verses talk about God's judgment?

Other verses such as Exodus 20:4-5 and Romans 1:26-27 also discuss God's judgment on practices He considers abominable.