--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: And if the way be too long for thee, so…" description: "\"And if the way be too long for thee, so that thou art not able to carry it; or if the place be too far from thee, which the LORD thy God shall choose t..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ede/bible-141_drink_and-if-the-way-be-too-long-for-thee-so-t_1220654.jpg" --- # And if the way be too long for thee, so that thou art not… ![“And if the way be too long for thee, so that thou art not able to carry it; or if the place be too far from thee, which the LORD thy God shall choose to set his name there, when the LORD thy God hath blessed thee: Then shalt thou turn it into money, and bind up the money in thine hand, and shalt…” quote by Bible](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ede/bible-141_drink_and-if-the-way-be-too-long-for-thee-so-t_1220654.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ede/bible-141_drink_and-if-the-way-be-too-long-for-thee-so-t_1220654.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ede/bible-141_drink_and-if-the-way-be-too-long-for-thee-so-t_1220654.jpg) > “And if the way be too long for thee, so that thou art not able to carry it; or if the place be too far from thee, which the LORD thy God shall choose to set his name there, when the LORD thy God hath blessed thee: Then shalt thou turn it into money, and bind up the money in thine hand, and shalt go unto the place which the LORD thy God shall choose: And thou shalt bestow that money for whatsoever thy soul lusteth after, for oxen, or for sheep, or for wine, or for strong drink, or for whatsoever thy soul desireth: and thou shalt eat there before the LORD thy God, and thou shalt rejoice, thou, and thine household, And the Levite that is within thy gates; thou shalt not forsake him; for he hath no part nor inheritance with thee.” [Bible](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/bible/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The people are instructed to bring offerings to the chosen sacred site, support the Levite, and enjoy communal blessings. **In simple terms:** Offerings should be made at the holy place, supporting priests and community. Key Takeaway Honor sacred traditions and support religious leaders. Themes faith community obedience ritual generosity Mood reverent reflective Type spiritual instructional When to use this quote - attending worship - making donations - supporting clergy - celebrating festivals - family gatherings Key Concepts religious law social cohesion spiritual practice Questions to Reflect On - How do you express reverence in contemporary practice? - What role do community leaders play today? 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