Exodus 20:6

6 But I show mercy to thousands of generations of those who love me and obey my commandments.

Exodus 20:6 In-Context

4 Never make your own carved idols or statues that represent any creature in the sky, on the earth, or in the water.
5 Never worship them or serve them, because I, the LORD your God, am a God who does not tolerate rivals. I punish children for their parents' sins to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me.
6 But I show mercy to thousands of generations of those who love me and obey my commandments.
7 "Never use the name of the LORD your God carelessly. The LORD will make sure that anyone who carelessly uses his name will be punished.
8 "Remember the day of worship by observing it as a holy day.
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