Exodus 20:16

KJV

Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

— Exodus 20:16, King James Version
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Exodus 20:16, King James Version.

Context

This verse from Exodus Chapter 20 connects to 10 cross-references. God speaks the Ten Commandments directly to Israel: exclusive worship of the Lord, no images, not misusing God's name, observing the Sabbath, honoring parents, and prohibitions against murder, adultery, theft, false witness, and coveting. The people tremble at the theophany …

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Other Translations

ASV

Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor.

YLT

`Thou dost not answer against thy neighbour a false testimony.

BBE

Do not give false witness against your neighbour.

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