Exodus 20:12
The Scripture
(12) Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter God commands Moses to speak the Ten Commandments to the Israelites, who are gathered at the edge of the wilderness. The commandments cover moral duties, worship, and the sanctity of time, establishing the foundation of Israel's covenant with God. The chapter ends with a warning that those who do not obey will be cut off from the blessings of the covenant.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Exodus 21:15Exodus 21:17Leviticus 19:3Leviticus 19:32I Kings 2:19II Kings 2:12Proverbs 1:8Proverbs 1:9Proverbs 15:5Proverbs 20:20Proverbs 23:22Proverbs 23:23
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