New English Translation

Deuteronomy 33:19-29 New English Translation (NET)

19. They will summon peoples to the mountain,there they will sacrifice proper sacrifices;for they will enjoy the abundance of the seas,and the hidden treasures of the shores.

20. Of Gad he said:Blessed be the one who enlarges Gad.Like a lioness he will dwell;he will tear at an arm – indeed, a scalp.

21. He has selected the best part for himself,for the portion of the ruler is set aside there;he came with the leaders of the people,he obeyed the righteous laws of the Lordand his ordinances with Israel.

22. Of Dan he said:Dan is a lion’s cub;he will leap forth from Bashan.

23. Of Naphtali he said:O Naphtali, overflowing with favor,and full of the Lord’s blessing,possess the west and south.

24. Of Asher he said:Asher is blessed with children,may he be favored by his brothersand may he dip his foot in olive oil.

25. The bars of your gates will be made of iron and bronze,and may you have lifelong strength.

26. There is no one like God, O Jeshurun,who rides through the sky to help you, on the clouds in majesty.

27. The everlasting God is a refuge, and underneath you are his eternal arms;he has driven out enemies before you,and has said, “Destroy!”

28. Israel lives in safety,the fountain of Jacob is quite secure,in a land of grain and new wine;indeed, its heavens rain down dew.

29. You have joy, Israel! Who is like you?You are a people delivered by the Lord,your protective shieldand your exalted sword.May your enemies cringe before you;may you trample on their backs.