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Exodus 20:12 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Exodus 20:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Exodus chapter 20 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.”
Exodus 20:12 (KJV)
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Commentary on Exodus 20:12
Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.The first command governing human relationships addresses family—society's foundation. 'Honour' (כַּבֵּד, kabbed) means 'give weight to,' treat with gravitas, respect. It's heavier than 'obey'—obedience is for children, but honor is lifelong. Adult children honor aging parents by providing care. Paul calls this 'the first commandment with promise' (Ephesians 6:2)—obeying brings blessing. 'Long days on the land' connects obedience to national survival—societies honoring family continuity...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
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Cross-References for Exodus 20:12
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“obey your parents in the Lord”
“obey your parents in all things”
“'Honor your father and your mother;'{Exodus 20:12; Deuteronomy 5:16} and”
“and don't despise your mother when she is old.”
“listen to your father's instruction”
“his lamp shall be put out in blackness of darkness.”
“' 'Don't murder”