Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:
You've heard the old rule that's been passed down for generations: don't cheat on your partner.
The classic rule about staying faithful has been around forever for a reason.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of Jesus, the command "You shall not commit adultery" was a core part of the Old Testament law given to Moses through the Ten Commandments, emphasizing God's standards for moral purity in ancient Israelite society. This verse is from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, where He addressed a Jewish audience familiar with these laws, often contrasting the external observance of the commandments with a deeper internal righteousness. People in that culture viewed adultery as a violation of marriage covenants, carrying severe social and legal consequences.
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