Deuteronomy
“And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the LORD doth man live.”
Deuteronomy 8:3
Deuteronomy 8:3 (KJV) speaks to scripture, God's provision, and provision — 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 he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.”
Matthew 4:4“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:19“And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.”
2 Timothy 3:15“We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts:”
2 Peter 1:19“This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.”
Joshua 1:8“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”
Romans 10:17
Common questions
What does Deuteronomy 8:3 mean?
In the King James Version, Deuteronomy 8:3 reads: "And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the LORD doth man live." The verse speaks to scripture, God's provision, and provision. To read it well, take it in the flow of Deuteronomy 8 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 8:3 in the King James Version?
Yes. "And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the LORD doth man live." is Deuteronomy 8:3 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Deuteronomy chapter 8.
What are some related Bible verses to Deuteronomy 8:3?
Verses that sit beside Deuteronomy 8:3 include Matthew 4:4, Philippians 4:19, and 2 Timothy 3:15. Reading them alongside Deuteronomy 8:3 deepens the theme of scripture.
How can I pray with Deuteronomy 8:3?
Read Deuteronomy 8:3 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.