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Deuteronomy 5:10-12
Amplified Bible
Deuteronomy 5:10-12
Amplified Bible
10 but [a]showing graciousness and lovingkindness to thousands [of generations] of those who love Me and keep My commandments.
11 ‘You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain [that is, irreverently, in false affirmations or in ways that impugn the character of God]; for the Lord will not hold guiltless nor leave unpunished the one who [b]takes His name in vain [disregarding its reverence and its power].
12 ‘Observe the Sabbath day to keep it holy (set apart, dedicated to God), as the Lord your God commanded you.
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- Deuteronomy 5:10 Lit doing.
- Deuteronomy 5:11 Using the name of God in a casual, frivolous way establishes a mindset that diminishes and dishonors the omnipotent God. Using the name of God to abuse, manipulate, or deceive invites judgment.
Deuteronomy 5:10-12
New International Version
Deuteronomy 5:10-12
New International Version
10 but showing love to a thousand(A) generations of those who love me and keep my commandments.(B)
11 “You shall not misuse the name(C) of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name.(D)
12 “Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy,(E) as the Lord your God has commanded you.
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