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Then shalt thou enquire, and make search, and ask diligently; and, behold, if it be truth, and the thing certain, that such abomination is wrought among you; (Deuteronomy 13:14)

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Enquire.

Literally, “search,” “investigate,” with the idea of demanding an answer (chs. 17:4; 19:18). It is used in Hosea 10:12 of seeking God.

Make search.

Used of intensive and minute investigation (Judges 18:2; Ps. 139:1; Prov. 25:2; Jer. 31:37).

Abomination.

Used of idolatrous practices. For examples see Deut. 17:4; 18:9; 20:18; Jer. 32:35.

Certain.

Literally, “substantiated,” “verified,” “established”—after due investigation (see ch. 17:4).