Translations
Modern
You must not steal. You must not lie or deceive one another.
Traditional
Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another.
Literal
You shall not steal, and you shall not deal falsely, and you shall not lie—a man to his neighbor.
Latin
Non facietis furtum. Non mentiemini, nec decipiet unusquisque proximum suum.
Original
Hebrew
English
You must not steal. You must not lie or deceive one another.
Notes
A society that does not respect the property of others would quickly collapse. Exodus 20:15 prohibited stealing. Those who deceived or cheated had to present a guilt offering (see Leviticus 6:2–7).
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
Glossary
Biblical Concept of Law Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Law of Moses Leviticus, Book of Neighbor
Topics
Business Ethics False Teachers: False Witness Falsehood: General Scriptures Concerning Lying: Forbidden Paying a Debt Stealing Theft and Thieves: General Scriptures Concerning