Exo 23:13 | NETfull | STEP | “Pay attention to do everything I have told you, and do not even mention the names of other gods

Exodus 23:13

13 “Pay attention to do ^{▼▼ The phrase “to do” is added; in Hebrew word order the line says, “In all that I have said to you you will watch yourselves.” The verb for paying attention is a Niphal imperfect with an imperatival force.} everything I have told you, and do not even mention ^{▼▼ Or “honor,” Hiphil of זָכַר (zakhar). See also Exod 20:25; Josh 23:7; Isa 26:13.} the names of other gods – do not let them be heard on your lips. ^{▼▼ Heb “mouth.”} ^{▼▼ See also Ps 16:4, where David affirms his loyalty to God with this expression.}