Deuteronomy
“And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.”
Deuteronomy 6:7
Deuteronomy 6:7 (KJV) speaks to parenting, discipleship, and scripture — 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
“But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 19:14“In the day of my trouble I will call upon thee: for thou wilt answer me.”
Psalms 86:7“And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.”
Isaiah 65:24“The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.”
Psalms 19:8“Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth.”
Proverbs 4:5“Thou art good, and doest good; teach me thy statutes.”
Psalms 119:68
Common questions
What does Deuteronomy 6:7 mean?
In the King James Version, Deuteronomy 6:7 reads: "And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up." The verse speaks to parenting, discipleship, and scripture. To read it well, take it in the flow of Deuteronomy 6 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 6:7 in the King James Version?
Yes. "And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up." is Deuteronomy 6:7 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Deuteronomy chapter 6.
What are some related Bible verses to Deuteronomy 6:7?
Verses that sit beside Deuteronomy 6:7 include Matthew 19:14, Psalms 86:7, and Isaiah 65:24. Reading them alongside Deuteronomy 6:7 deepens the theme of parenting.
How can I pray with Deuteronomy 6:7?
Read Deuteronomy 6:7 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.