Deuteronomy 5:17
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Deuteronomy 5:17 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Deuteronomy 5:17 is a verse from the book of Deuteronomy in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "Thou shalt not kill." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Deuteronomy 5:17 — KJV
“Thou shalt not kill.”
— Deuteronomy 5:17 (KJV)
Deuteronomy 5:17 in Context — About the Book of Deuteronomy
Deuteronomy is Moses' farewell sermon on the edge of the Promised Land — a passionate retelling of the law for a new generation. Its heartbeat is love: love God with all your heart, soul, and strength. Jesus quoted Deuteronomy more than almost any other book.
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 5:17
“And thou shalt kill the bullock before the LORD, by the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 5:17: shalt, kill
“Then shalt thou kill the ram, and take of his blood, and put it upon the tip of the right ear of Aaron, and upon the tip of the right ear of his sons, and upon the thumb of their right hand, and upon the great toe of their right foot, and sprinkle the blood upon the altar round about.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 5:17: shalt, kill
“And if a woman approach unto any beast, and lie down thereto, thou shalt kill the woman, and the beast: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 5:17: shalt, kill
“Now if thou shalt kill all this people as one man, then the nations which have heard the fame of thee will speak, saying,”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 5:17: shalt, kill
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