Deuteronomy 26:8-11

8 So the LORD brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm, with great terror and with signs and wonders.
9 He brought us to this place and gave us this land, a land flowing with milk and honey;
10 and now I bring the firstfruits of the soil that you, LORD, have given me.” Place the basket before the LORD your God and bow down before him.
11 Then you and the Levites and the foreigners residing among you shall rejoice in all the good things the LORD your God has given to you and your household.

Deuteronomy 26:8-11 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO DEUTERONOMY 26

This chapter treats of the basket of firstfruits to be brought and presented to the Lord, and the confession to be made along with it, De 26:1-11; and of the declaration to be made on the third year, the year of tithing, and the prayer annexed to it, De 26:12-15; and of the covenant made in a solemn manner between God and the people of Israel, De 26:16-19.

Cross References 7

  • 1. S Numbers 20:16
  • 2. S Exodus 3:20
  • 3. S Deuteronomy 4:34; Deuteronomy 34:11-12
  • 4. S Exodus 3:8
  • 5. S Deuteronomy 8:18
  • 6. Deuteronomy 12:12; Deuteronomy 12:7
  • 7. S Deuteronomy 16:11
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