Now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, and to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul,
ExplanationCommentary
Verse 12. And now. He shews what advantages may be derived from a constant observance of the commandments, that it may be well with thee, verse 13. God stands not in need of our services, (verse 14,) but chooses whom he pleases to display the treasures of his love, (verse 15,) which ought to move us strongly to make him a suitable return of gratitude, ( Calmet.) by withdrawing our affections from every thing that may be displeasing to him, verse 16. If we refuse, we must expect to fall under the rod of his indignation, notwithstanding all the efforts of his clemency, which he holds forth for our imitation, verse 17. 19. He will judge all alike, the rich and the poor. Bible.