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Lord’s Day 40

Q105. What is God's will for you in the sixth commandment?

I am not to belittle, insult, hate, or kill my neighbor—not by my thoughts, my words, my look or gesture, and certainly not by actual deeds—and I am not to be party to this in others; rather, I am to put away all desire for revenge. I am not to harm or recklessly endanger myself either. Prevention of murder is also why government is armed with the sword.

Scripture Proofs — King James Version

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Genesis 9:6

Leviticus 19:17–18

Matthew 5:21–22

Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment.

Matthew 26:52

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Proverbs 25:21–22

Matthew 18:35

Romans 12:19

Ephesians 4:26

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Matthew 4:7

Matthew 26:52

Romans 13:11–14

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Genesis 9:6

Exodus 21:14

Romans 13:4

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Test Yourself · Q105

What is God's will for you in the sixth commandment?