^9 (A)Therefore keep the words of this covenant and do them, that you may prosper^[a] in all that you do.

^12 (A)Only, may the Lord grant you discretion and understanding, that when he gives you charge over Israel you may keep the law of the Lord your God. ^13 (B)Then you will prosper if you are careful to observe the statutes and the rules that the Lord commanded Moses for Israel. ^(C)Be strong and courageous. Fear not; do not be dismayed.