Deuteronomy 20:5

New American Bible - revised edition

Then the officials shall speak to the army: “Is there anyone who has built a new house and not yet dedicated it? Let him return home, lest he die in battle and another dedicate it.

Cross References

Nehemiah 12:27

At the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, the Levites were sought out wherever they lived and were brought to Jerusalem to celebrate a joyful dedication with thanksgiving hymns and the music of cymbals, harps, and lyres.

Psalm 30:1

A psalm. A song for the dedication of the Temple. Of David.

Numbers 31:14

Moses became angry with the officers of the army, the commanders of thousands and the commanders of hundreds, who were returning from the military campaign.

Numbers 31:48

Then those who were officers over the contingents of the army, commanders of thousands and commanders of hundreds, came up to Moses

Deuteronomy 1:15

So I took the leaders of your tribes, wise and reputable, and set them as leaders over you, commanders over thousands, over hundreds, over fifties and over tens, and other tribal officers.

Deuteronomy 16:18

In all the communities which the Lord, your God, is giving you, you shall appoint judges and officials throughout your tribes to administer true justice for the people.

Deuteronomy 20:6

Is there anyone who has planted a vineyard and not yet plucked its fruit? Let him return home, lest he die in battle and another pluck its fruit.

1 Samuel 17:18

Also take these ten cheeses for the field officer. Greet your brothers and bring home some token from them.