Deuteronomy 1:12

12 But how can I bear the heavy burden of your disputes all by myself?

Deuteronomy 1:12 Meaning and Commentary

Deuteronomy 1:12

How can I myself alone bear your cumbrance, and your burden,
and your strife?
] His meaning is, that he could not hear and try all their causes, and determine all their law suits, and decide the strifes and controversies which arose between them; it was too heavy for him, and brought too much trouble and incumbrance upon him.

Deuteronomy 1:12 In-Context

10 The Lord your God has multiplied you, so that today you are as numerous as the stars of heaven.

11 May the Lord, the God of your ancestors, increase you a thousand times more and bless you, as he has promised you!

12 But how can I bear the heavy burden of your disputes all by myself?

13 Choose for each of your tribes individuals who are wise, discerning, and reputable to be your leaders."

14 You answered me, "The plan you have proposed is a good one."