Deep Scriptural Analyzations

Exodus
Testament:Old
Description:Exodus is the second book of the Bible and recounts the story of the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt, their journey through the wilderness led by Moses, and the establishment of the Mosaic covenant at Mount Sinai. It includes the Ten Commandments and the construction of the Tabernacle.
Chapter:20
Verse:16


Translations
LanguageLanguage CodeLanguage NameVerse Text
EnglishkjvKing James VersionThou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
EnglishbbeBible in Basic EnglishDo not give false witness against your neighbour.
EnglishwebWorld English Bible“You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.
EnglishwebbeWorld English Bible, British Edition“You shall not give false testimony against your neighbour.
LatinclementineClementine Latin VulgateNon loqueris contra proximum tuum falsum testimonium.
Explanations
Age GroupExplanation
5God says we should not say bad things about other people.
10God forbids us from speaking ill of others and spreading rumors or gossip. We should always speak kindly and respectfully of others.
15God commands us to refrain from speaking negatively about others and to treat them with respect and kindness.
20Speaking positively about others and refraining from gossip and slander is a way of reflecting God's love and respect for all people.