Deuteronomy 5:11

11 "You must not use the name of the Lord your God thoughtlessly, because the Lord will punish anyone who uses his name in this way.

Deuteronomy 5:11 Meaning and Commentary

Deuteronomy 5:11

(See Gill on Deuteronomy 5:6).

Deuteronomy 5:11 In-Context

9 You must not worship or serve any idol, because I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God. If people sin against me and hate me, I will punish their children, even their grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
10 But I will be very kind for a thousand lifetimes to those who love me and obey my commands.
11 "You must not use the name of the Lord your God thoughtlessly, because the Lord will punish anyone who uses his name in this way.
12 "Keep the Sabbath as a holy day, as the Lord your God has commanded you.
13 You may work and get everything done during six days each week,
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