CategoryDoctrine / Covenant Instruction
Modern EquivalentGod’s covenant instruction; Mosaic law.
KJV Word TypeTheological noun / covenant instruction term
DefinitionThe legal, moral, ceremonial, and civil instruction given by God to Israel through Moses, including the Ten Commandments and covenant regulations.
Key Verses"And God spake all these words, saying, I am the LORD thy God... Thou shalt have no other gods before me." (Exodus 20:1–3); "The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul." (Psalm 19:7)
KJV Usage NoteCan refer to commandments, covenant instruction, or the Mosaic system; context determines whether moral, ceremonial, or civil aspects are in view.
Common Misunderstanding“Law” does not always mean only the Ten Commandments; context may include moral, ceremonial, civil, or covenant instruction.
EtymologyFrom Old English lagu ("rule, regulation").