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Joseph Benson’s Bible Commentary

Deuteronomy 5 - Introduction

A.M. 2553. B.C. 1451.

The general intent of the ten commandments as a covenant between God and Israel, Deuteronomy 5:1. The commandments, Deuteronomy 5:6. God writes them, and grants the people's request, that he would speak by Moses. 22-28. Exhortations to obedience. 29-33.

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  • Darby's translation notes (1890)

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  • KJV Original Language Details

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  • Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible

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  • Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible

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