Deuteronomy 12:21

"When the LORD your God enlarges your border, as he has promised you, and you say, “I want to eat meat,” because your soul desires to eat meat, you may eat meat, after all the desire of your soul."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights God's provision for His people, allowing them to enjoy meat when their souls desired it as a border was expanded. It underscores that while God provides abundantly, He also expects His followers to trust in His ongoing care and sufficiency, even amidst prosperity.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

If the place ... -Rather, “Because, or since, the place will be too far from thee.” The permission given inDeuteronomy 12:15-16is repeated, and the reason of it assigned.

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