Deutéronome - Caput 18

Deutéronome 18.1 non habebunt sacerdotes et Levitae et omnes qui de eadem tribu sunt partem et hereditatem cum reliquo Israhel quia sacrificia Domini et oblationes eius comedent Deutéronome 18.2 et nihil aliud accipient de possessione fratrum suorum Dominus enim ipse est hereditas eorum sicut locutus est illis Deutéronome 18.3 hoc erit iudicium sacerdotum a populo et ab his qui offerunt victimas sive bovem sive ovem immolaverint dabunt sacerdoti armum ac ventriculum Deutéronome 18.4 primitias frumenti vini et olei et lanarum partem ex ovium tonsione Deutéronome 18.5 ipsum enim elegit Dominus Deus tuus de cunctis tribubus tuis ut stet et ministret nomini Domini ipse et filii eius in sempiternum Deutéronome 18.6 si exierit Levites de una urbium tuarum ex omni Israhel in qua habitat et voluerit venire desiderans locum quem elegerit Dominus Deutéronome 18.7 ministrabit in nomine Dei sui sicut omnes fratres eius Levitae qui stabunt eo tempore coram Domino Deutéronome 18.8 partem ciborum eandem accipiet quam et ceteri excepto eo quod in urbe sua ex paterna ei successione debetur Deutéronome 18.9 quando ingressus fueris terram quam Dominus Deus tuus dabit tibi cave ne imitari velis abominationes illarum gentium Deutéronome 18.10 nec inveniatur in te qui lustret filium suum aut filiam ducens per ignem aut qui ariolos sciscitetur et observet somnia atque auguria ne sit maleficus Deutéronome 18.11 ne incantator ne pythones consulat ne divinos et quaerat a mortuis veritatem Deutéronome 18.13 perfectus eris et absque macula cum Domino Deo tuo Deutéronome 18.14 gentes istae quarum possidebis terram augures et divinos audiunt tu autem a Domino Deo tuo aliter institutus es Deutéronome 18.15 prophetam de gente tua et de fratribus tuis sicut me suscitabit tibi Dominus Deus tuus ipsum audies Deutéronome 18.16 ut petisti a Domino Deo tuo in Horeb quando contio congregata est atque dixisti ultra non audiam vocem Domini Dei mei et ignem hunc maximum amplius non videbo ne moriar Deutéronome 18.17 et ait Dominus mihi bene omnia sunt locuti Deutéronome 18.18 prophetam suscitabo eis de medio fratrum suorum similem tui et ponam verba mea in ore eius loqueturque ad eos omnia quae praecepero illi Deutéronome 18.19 qui autem verba eius quae loquetur in nomine meo audire noluerit ego ultor existam Deutéronome 18.20 propheta autem qui arrogantia depravatus voluerit loqui in nomine meo quae ego non praecepi illi ut diceret aut ex nomine alienorum deorum interficietur Deutéronome 18.21 quod si tacita cogitatione responderis quomodo possum intellegere verbum quod non est locutus Dominus Deutéronome 18.22 hoc habebis signum quod in nomine Domini propheta ille praedixerit et non evenerit hoc Dominus non locutus est sed per tumorem animi sui propheta confinxit et idcirco non timebis eum

Deutéronome : Caput 18

Deuteronomy Chapter 18: A Spiritual Guide

Deuteronomy chapter 18 addresses fundamental themes such as the support of spiritual leaders and the recognition of true prophecies. This sacred text reveals how God provides for the Levites and prophets, while detailing the provisions governing their role within the community.

The Sacred Role of Priests and Levites

This chapter highlights the responsibilities of priests and Levites, emphasizing their spiritual calling. They are called to serve God's people, to teach, and to offer sacrifices, thus ensuring the connection between heaven and earth.

Discerning True Prophets

Deuteronomy 18 also provides guidelines for discerning true prophets. It contains the promise of a prophet like Moses, who will come to guide the people. This passage strikes a balance between maintaining the ministry and protecting against false prophecy, establishing clear standards for spiritual leadership.

Five Enlightening Bible Passages

Let's examine five Bible passages that illustrate the enduring principles presented in this foundational chapter.

Acts 3:22-23

In this passage, Peter quotes Deuteronomy 18:15, 18-19, stating: "The Lord God will raise up for them a Prophet like me from among their brothers, and he will be their God." Listen to him in all that he says to you. Whoever does not listen to this prophet will be destroyed from among his people." He identifies Jesus as the promised prophet, emphasizing the importance of listening to his word.

1 Samuel 28:7-8

This passage illustrates disobedience to the prohibition in Deuteronomy 18:10-11, which condemns the practice of necromancy. "Saul then commanded his servants, 'Seek out a woman who summons spirits...'" This account highlights the dangers of straying from God's commandments.

Jeremiah 14:14

The Lord warns: "The prophets prophesy lies in my name..." (Jeremiah 14:14). This verse recalls the warning in Deuteronomy 18:20-22 against false prophets, emphasizing the need for discernment when listening to spiritual messages.

1 Corinthians 9:13-14

The Apostle Paul refers to the provision regarding the Levites by stating: "Do you not know that those who work in the temple eat the things of the temple...?" (1 Corinthians 9:13-14). This passage applies the principle of support to ministers of the Gospel, recalling the importance of their vocation.

Hebrews 2:17

Finally, Hebrews 2:17 states: "For this reason, it was necessary for him to become like his brothers in every way..." This verse evokes the promise of a prophet among his brothers, referring to Jesus as our merciful High Priest, emphasizing his unique role in our redemption.

Meditating on these scriptures, we are invited to deepen our understanding of divine ministry and to recognize the authentic voice of God amidst the voices that surround.