Deuteronomy 30:11Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

The Apostle Paul referred to these statements regarding the commandments of the law in relation to faith in Christ (Rom. 10:6).

God has also demonstrated the simplicity of adhering to His commandments. As Scripture states: ‘This commandment, which I command you this day, is not too difficult for you, nor is it out of reach: it is not in heaven, so that you need to ask, Who will ascend to heaven for us, and bring it to us, so that we may hear it and do it? Nor is it beyond the sea, so that you must ask, Who will cross the sea for us, and bring it to us, so that we may hear it and do it?’ (Deuteronomy 30:11-13). This means that you do not require wings to soar or ships to traverse the waters to understand what you are to follow.