Deu 13:17 | MHM | STEP | v. 17 : None of the destroyed city’s possessions may be kept by anyone ( v. 17 ). Everything is devoted to the Lord , just like the warning about Achan in Joshua. By doing this, God will turn away His anger and bless the people with greater numbers. Doing justice may seem harsh, but it is needed to keep the nation pure.

‏ Deuteronomy 13:17

v. 17: None of the destroyed city’s possessions may be kept by anyone (v. 17 ^a). Everything is devoted to the Lord, just like the warning about Achan in Joshua. By doing this, God will turn away His anger and bless the people with greater numbers. Doing justice may seem harsh, but it is needed to keep the nation pure.