Deuteronomy 32:1
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Chapter 32
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- 32:1–43 The whole song is a poetic sermon, having for its theme the Lord’s benefits to Israel (vv. 1–14) and Israel’s ingratitude and idolatry in turning to the gods of the nations; these sins will be punished by the nations themselves (vv. 15–29); in turn, the foolish pride of the nations will be punished, and the Lord’s honor will be vindicated (vv. 30–43).
Deuteronomy 32:8
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8 When the Most High allotted each nation its heritage,
when he separated out human beings,(A)
He set up the boundaries of the peoples
after the number of the divine beings;[a]
Isaiah 49:13
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13 Sing out, heavens, and rejoice, earth,
break forth into song, you mountains,
For the Lord comforts his people
and shows mercy to his afflicted.
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