Exodus 20:14
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Exodus 20:14 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Exodus 20:14 is a verse from the book of Exodus in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "Thou shalt not commit adultery." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Exodus 20:14 — KJV
“Thou shalt not commit adultery.”
— Exodus 20:14 (KJV)
Exodus 20:14 in Context — About the Book of Exodus
Exodus tells the defining rescue story of the Old Testament: God hears the cry of enslaved Israel, breaks Pharaoh's grip through ten plagues, parts the Red Sea, and meets His people at Sinai. It reveals God as deliverer, covenant-maker, and the One who dwells among His people.
Cross-References for Exodus 20:14
“Neither shalt thou commit adultery.”
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“Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:”
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“He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness,”
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“For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
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“And the man that committeth adultery with another man's wife, even he that committeth adultery with his neighbour's wife, the adulterer and the adulteress shall surely be put to death.”
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