Exodus 20:13
“Thou shalt not kill.”
What does Exodus 20:13 mean?
Exodus 20:13 states, "Thou shalt not kill." This brief but powerful commandment is one of the Ten Commandments given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai and is found in the Old Testament of the Bible. The King James Version of the Bible uses the phrase "Thou shalt not kill," while…
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In our modern society, where violence can often seem rampant, the commandment found in Exodus 20:13, "Thou shalt not kill," reverberates with profound significance. This simple yet powerful directive, presented among the Ten Commandments, underscores not just a prohibition…
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O Lord, our Heavenly Father, As we gather our hearts before You, we come rooted in humility and gratitude, reflecting upon Your holy commandments. In particular, we pause to meditate on the profound truth found in Exodus 20:13, where You have spoken clearly into our lives: "Thou…
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