6-6-06 Deuteronomy 33:12

Deuteronomy 33:12 (KJ21)
And of Benjamin he said: "The beloved of the LORD shall dwell in safety by Him; and the LORD shall cover him all the day long, and he shall dwell between His shoulders."

Deuteronomy 33:12 (NAS)
Of Benjamin he said, "May the beloved of the LORD dwell in security by Him, Who shields him all the day, And he dwells between His shoulders."

Deuteronomy 33:12 (NIVUS)
About Benjamin he said: "Let the beloved of the LORD rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, and the one the LORD loves rests between his shoulders."

Deuteronomy 33:12 (NLT)
Moses said this about the tribe of Benjamin: "The people of Benjamin are loved by the LORD and live in safety beside him. He surrounds them continuously and preserves them from every harm."


Everyone wants to be loved; it is one of mankind's primal needs. That is why people seek to establish close personal relationships. There is one relationship that many neglect, however, and that is the relationship with their Maker and Creator. Perhaps if they knew that He already loves them, these people would seek Him instead of shying away.

You have discovered the truth that Adonai, the Most High God loves you. You know that you are His beloved, for you have chosen to go the right way. You are no longer bound or impeded by sin. You do not fear nor dread being in the presence of your Heavenly Father.

Now the Lord Jehovah causes you to dwell in safety and security. With your trust established in Him, you become confident and bold. The Lord shelters and shields you from harm. His presence surrounds and covers you. You can walk around barefoot and not fear stubbing your toe. As a father carries his child on his shoulders, so does the Lord your God carry you.