Deuteronomy
“The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them.”
Deuteronomy 33:27
Deuteronomy 33:27 (KJV) speaks to refuge in God, God's protection, and safety — words set in Deuteronomy, Moses' final words to Israel. Read it aloud, and notice which words settle deepest.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.”
Proverbs 18:10“For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock.”
Psalms 27:5“Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah.”
Psalms 32:7“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Psalms 46:1“He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.”
Psalms 91:4“Because thou hast been my help, therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice.”
Psalms 63:7
Common questions
What does Deuteronomy 33:27 mean?
In the King James Version, Deuteronomy 33:27 reads: "The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them." The verse speaks to refuge in God, God's protection, and safety. To read it well, take it in the flow of Deuteronomy 33 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Deuteronomy 33:27 in the King James Version?
Yes. "The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them." is Deuteronomy 33:27 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Deuteronomy chapter 33.
What are some related Bible verses to Deuteronomy 33:27?
Verses that sit beside Deuteronomy 33:27 include Proverbs 18:10, Psalms 27:5, and Psalms 32:7. Reading them alongside Deuteronomy 33:27 deepens the theme of refuge in God.
How can I pray with Deuteronomy 33:27?
Read Deuteronomy 33:27 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.