Deut.17.4

And it be told thee, and thou hast heard of it, and enquired diligently, and, behold, it be true, and the thing certain, that such abomination is wrought in Israel:

Deut.17.4

look at the evidence and investigate carefully. If you find that it is true, that, in fact, an abomination has been committed in Israel,

Deut.17.4

and it is told you, and you hear of it, then you shall inquire diligently. And if it is indeed true and certain that such an abomination has been committed in Israel,

Deut.17.4

When you hear about it, investigate the matter thoroughly. If it is true that this detestable thing has been done in Israel,