Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another.
You must not steal, and you must not deal dishonestly with others or lie to one another.
God is commanding his people to live with complete honesty and integrity in all their relationships and dealings.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Leviticus, God is giving laws to the Israelites through Moses as they journeyed through the wilderness after escaping from Egypt, forming the foundation of their covenant relationship with Him. These specific commands against stealing, lying, and dealing falsely were part of the Holiness Code, designed to promote ethical behavior and distinguish Israel as a holy nation amid surrounding cultures that often tolerated deception and theft. This code helped maintain social harmony and reflected God's unchanging standards of justice and truth in a community still shaping its identity.
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