KJV ORIGINAL
Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
You must not lie about your neighbor or give false testimony against them.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is commanding us not to lie about others or spread false information that could harm them.
📚 Historical Context
This is the ninth of the Ten Commandments that God gave to Moses on Mount Sinai for the Israelites. In ancient legal systems, false testimony could result in severe punishment or even death for the accused, making this commandment crucial for maintaining justice. The word 'neighbor' in Hebrew culture referred not just to those living nearby, but to fellow members of the community.
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