Deuteronomy 28:24

28:24 The Lord will make the rain of your land powder and dust; it will come down on you from the sky until you are destroyed.

Deuteronomy 33:28

33:28 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.


tn Heb “all alone.” The idea is that such vital resources as water will some day no longer need protection because God will provide security.

tn Or “skies.” The Hebrew term שָׁמַיִם (shamayim) may be translated “heaven(s)” or “sky” depending on the context.

tn Or perhaps “drizzle, showers.” See note at Deut 32:2.