Deuteronomy 5:11

Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain: for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.

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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 5:11

BSB
You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not leave anyone unpunished who takes His name in vain.
AKJV
You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain: for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that takes his name in vain.
CPDV
You shall not use the name of the Lord your God in vain. For he will not go unpunished who takes up his name over an unimportant matter.
ERV
Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain: for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.
NHEB
"Do not take the name of the LORD your God in vain: for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain.
SMT
Thou shalt not lift up the name of Jehovah thy God for evil, for Jehovah will not acquit whoever shall lift up his name for evil.

Commentary for Deuteronomy 5:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Deuteronomy 5:11
Summary
Misusing God's name brings unpunished guilt
Place
Mount Sinai
Event
Third commandment declared
Estimated Time Period
c. 1300 BC
Category
Law