Deuteronomy 5:17
New International Version
“You shall not murder.

New Living Translation
“You must not murder.

English Standard Version
“‘You shall not murder.

Berean Standard Bible
You shall not murder.

King James Bible
Thou shalt not kill.

New King James Version
‘You shall not murder.

New American Standard Bible
‘You shall not murder.

NASB 1995
‘You shall not murder.

NASB 1977
‘You shall not murder.

Legacy Standard Bible
‘You shall not murder.

Amplified Bible
‘You shall not murder.

Christian Standard Bible
Do not murder.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Do not murder.

American Standard Version
Thou shalt not kill.

Contemporary English Version
Do not murder.

English Revised Version
Thou shalt do no murder.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"Never murder.

Good News Translation
"'Do not commit murder.

International Standard Version
"'You are not to murder.

Majority Standard Bible
You shall not murder.

NET Bible
You must not murder.

New Heart English Bible
"Do not commit adultery.

Webster's Bible Translation
Thou shalt not kill.

World English Bible
“You shall not murder.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
You do not murder.

Young's Literal Translation
'Thou dost not murder.

Smith's Literal Translation
Thou shalt not kill,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Thou shalt not kill.

Catholic Public Domain Version
You shall not murder.

New American Bible
You shall not kill.

New Revised Standard Version
You shall not murder.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
You shall not kill.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
You shall not murder.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Thou shalt not murder. Neither shalt thou commit adultery. Neither shalt thou steal. Neither shalt thou bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Thou shalt not commit murder.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Ten Commandments
16Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that your days may be long and that it may go well with you in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. 17You shall not murder. 18You shall not commit adultery.…

Cross References
Exodus 20:13
You shall not murder.

Matthew 5:21-22
You have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not murder’ and ‘Anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ / But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell.

Romans 13:9
The commandments “Do not commit adultery,” “Do not murder,” “Do not steal,” “Do not covet,” and any other commandments, are summed up in this one decree: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”

James 2:11
For He who said, “Do not commit adultery,” also said, “Do not murder.” If you do not commit adultery, but do commit murder, you have become a lawbreaker.

Genesis 9:6
Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man his blood will be shed; for in His own image God has made mankind.

Matthew 19:18
“Which ones?” the man asked. Jesus answered, “‘Do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not bear false witness,

Mark 10:19
You know the commandments: ‘Do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not bear false witness, do not cheat others, honor your father and mother.’”

Luke 18:20
You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, do not murder, do not steal, do not bear false witness, honor your father and mother.’”

1 John 3:15
Everyone who hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that eternal life does not reside in a murderer.

Leviticus 24:17
And if a man takes the life of anyone else, he must surely be put to death.

Numbers 35:16-21
If, however, anyone strikes a person with an iron object and kills him, he is a murderer; the murderer must surely be put to death. / Or if anyone has in his hand a stone of deadly size, and he strikes and kills another, he is a murderer; the murderer must surely be put to death. / If anyone has in his hand a deadly object of wood, and he strikes and kills another, he is a murderer; the murderer must surely be put to death. ...

Proverbs 6:16-19
There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ...

Jeremiah 7:9
Will you steal and murder, commit adultery and perjury, burn incense to Baal, and follow other gods that you have not known,

Hosea 4:2
Cursing and lying, murder and stealing, and adultery are rampant; one act of bloodshed follows another.

Isaiah 1:21
See how the faithful city has become a harlot! She once was full of justice; righteousness resided within her, but now only murderers!


Treasury of Scripture

You shall not kill.

Exodus 20:13
Thou shalt not kill.

Matthew 5:21,22
Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: …

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You shall not murder
You
This word is a direct address to the individual, emphasizing personal responsibility and accountability. In the Hebrew text, the word "you" is singular, indicating that this commandment is directed at each person individually. It underscores the personal nature of God's law, reminding each believer that they are personally accountable to God for their actions. This personal address is consistent with the covenantal relationship between God and His people, where each person is called to live in obedience to God's commands.

shall not
This phrase is a clear and unequivocal prohibition. The Hebrew word used here is "לא" (lo), which is a strong negative particle. It is not merely a suggestion or a guideline but an absolute command. The use of "shall not" indicates the seriousness of the command and the expectation of complete adherence. In the context of the Ten Commandments, this prohibition is part of the moral law that reflects God's holy and unchanging character.

murder
The Hebrew word used here is "רָצַח" (ratsach), which specifically refers to unlawful killing. It is important to distinguish this from other forms of killing, such as capital punishment or killing in war, which are addressed separately in the Old Testament. The term "murder" here refers to the premeditated and intentional taking of an innocent life. This commandment highlights the sanctity of human life, which is created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27). The prohibition against murder is foundational to a just and orderly society and reflects the value that God places on human life. Historically, this commandment has been a cornerstone of Judeo-Christian ethics, influencing legal systems and moral teachings throughout history. It calls believers to respect and protect life, recognizing that each person is precious in the sight of God.

(17-20) The wording of these four commandments is the same with that of Exodus 20.

Verses 17-21. - SECOND TABLE OF THE LAW: praecepta probitatis. In the enactments of the second table there is a progression from the outward to the inward. First, sins of deed are prohibited, such as murder, adultery, and theft; then sins of word, such as injury of a neighbor's good name by false testimony; and finally, sins of the heart, which do not come into open manifestation, such as covetousness and evil desire. The "commandment" is thus seen to be" exceeding broad" (Psalm 119:96). So that only the man "who hath clean hands and a pure heart, and who hath not lifted up his soul to vanity, nor sworn deceitfully," shall "ascend into the hill of the Lord, or stand in his holy place" (Psalm 24:8, 4).

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Hebrew
You shall not
לֹ֥֖א (lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

murder.
תִּֿרְצָֽח׃ (trə·ṣāḥ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 7523: To dash in pieces, kill, to murder


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