Deuteronomy 32:15

 

Deuteronomy 32:15 reads:

"But Jeshurun waxed fat, and kicked: thou art waxen fat, thou art grown thick, thou art covered with fatness; then he forsook God which made him, and lightly esteemed the Rock of his salvation." (King James Version)

This verse uses metaphorical language to describe the dangers of prosperity and spiritual complacency.

• Jeshurun is a term of endearment for the Israelites.
• Waxed fat, kicked signifies becoming prosperous and arrogant, turning away from God.
• Forsook God, lightly esteemed the Rock of his salvation represent forgetting God's blessings and neglecting faith.

Interpretations of the verse vary, but some potential themes include:

• The dangers of prosperity: When things are going well, it's easy to forget about God and take our blessings for granted.
• The importance of humility and gratitude: We should always remember who gives us our good fortune and remain humble before God.
• The need for faithfulness: Even in times of prosperity, we should remain faithful to God and continue to follow his ways.

Different translations and interpretations can shed light on the nuances of the verse. Here are some examples:

• New International Version: "Jeshurun grew fat and kicked; becoming fat, bloated, and gorged. He abandoned the God who made him and scorned the Rock of his salvation."
• New American Standard Bible: "But Jeshurun grew fat and kicked; you became fat, you grew thick, you are laden with fat! Then he forsook God who made him, and scorned the Rock of his salvation."
• New Living Translation: "But you grew fat and rebellious, thick and heavy and sleek. You forsook the God who made you and turned away from the Rock of your salvation."

It's important to consider the context of the chapter and surrounding verses when interpreting Deuteronomy 32:15. This verse is part of a longer song by Moses warning the Israelites against the dangers of disobedience and apostasy. It serves as a reminder of the importance of remaining faithful to God, even in times of prosperity.

I hope this information is helpful! Please let me know if you have any other questions about Deuteronomy 32:15 or the Bible in general.