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Deuteronomy 5:11

King James Version (KJV)

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Deuteronomy 5:11

Verse 11 of 33

Scripture focus

Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain: for the LORD will not hold [him] guiltless that taketh his name in vain.

Deuteronomy 5:11 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Deuteronomy 5:11

Theological / Devotional

In vain. Literally, “to vanity,” meaning falsely, hypocritically, or in a thoughtless, common manner. Man’s attitude toward God is to be marked with reverence, and this is to be reflected in words and deeds.

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