Deuteronomy 20:2-4

New American Standard Bible 1995

² When you are approaching the battle, the priest shall come near and speak to the people. ³ He shall say to them, ‘Hear, O Israel, you are approaching the battle against your enemies today. Do not be fainthearted. ^(A)Do not be afraid, or panic, or tremble before them, ⁴ for the Lord your God ^(B)is the one who goes with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you.’