Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “You shall not commit adultery. New Living Translation “You must not commit adultery. English Standard Version “‘And you shall not commit adultery. Berean Standard Bible You shall not commit adultery. King James Bible Neither shalt thou commit adultery. New King James Version ‘You shall not commit adultery. New American Standard Bible ‘You shall not commit adultery. NASB 1995 ‘You shall not commit adultery. NASB 1977 ‘You shall not commit adultery. Legacy Standard Bible ‘You shall not commit adultery. Amplified Bible ‘You shall not commit adultery. Christian Standard Bible Do not commit adultery. Holman Christian Standard Bible Do not commit adultery. American Standard Version Neither shalt thou commit adultery. Contemporary English Version Be faithful in marriage. English Revised Version Neither shalt thou commit adultery. GOD'S WORD® Translation "Never commit adultery. Good News Translation "'Do not commit adultery. International Standard Version "'You are not to commit adultery. Majority Standard Bible You shall not commit adultery. NET Bible You must not commit adultery. New Heart English Bible "Do not murder. Webster's Bible Translation Neither shalt thou commit adultery. World English Bible “You shall not commit adultery. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionYou do not commit adultery. Young's Literal Translation 'Thou dost not commit adultery. Smith's Literal Translation and thou shalt not commit adultery, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNeither shalt thou commit adultery. Catholic Public Domain Version And you shall not commit adultery. New American Bible You shall not commit adultery. New Revised Standard Version Neither shall you commit adultery. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleYou shall not commit adultery. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated You shall not commit adultery. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Brenton Septuagint Translation Thou shalt not commit adultery. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Ten Commandments…17You shall not murder. 18You shall not commit adultery. 19You shall not steal.… Cross References Exodus 20:14 You shall not commit adultery. Matthew 5:27-28 You have heard that it was said, ‘Do not commit adultery.’ / But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. Leviticus 20:10 If a man commits adultery with another man’s wife—with the wife of his neighbor—both the adulterer and the adulteress must surely be put to death. Proverbs 6:32 He who commits adultery lacks judgment; whoever does so destroys himself. Hebrews 13:4 Marriage should be honored by all and the marriage bed kept undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers. 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who submit to or perform homosexual acts, / nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor verbal abusers, nor swindlers, will inherit the kingdom of God. 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. Mark 10:11-12 So He told them, “Whoever divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery against her. / And if a woman divorces her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery.” Luke 16:18 Anyone who divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery, and he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 For it is God’s will that you should be holy: You must abstain from sexual immorality; / each of you must know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, / not in lustful passion like the Gentiles who do not know God; Job 31:1 “I have made a covenant with my eyes. How then could I gaze with desire at a virgin? Proverbs 7:5-27 that they may keep you from the adulteress, from the stranger with seductive words. / For at the window of my house I looked through the lattice. / I saw among the simple, I noticed among the youths, a young man lacking judgment, ... Malachi 3:5 “Then I will draw near to you for judgment. And I will be a swift witness against sorcerers and adulterers and perjurers, against oppressors of the widowed and fatherless, and against those who defraud laborers of their wages and deny justice to the foreigner but do not fear Me,” says the LORD of Hosts. Galatians 5:19-21 The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; / idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, / and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. Treasury of Scripture Neither shall you commit adultery. Exodus 20:14 Thou shalt not commit adultery. Proverbs 6:32,33 But whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he that doeth it destroyeth his own soul… Matthew 5:27,28 Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: … Jump to Previous Adultery Commit Married RelationJump to Next Adultery Commit Married RelationDeuteronomy 5 1. The covenant in Horeb6. The ten commandments 23. At the people's request Moses receives the law from God You shall not commit adultery. This commandment is part of the Decalogue, given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai. It underscores the sanctity of marriage, a covenant relationship established by God. Adultery, in this context, refers to a married person engaging in sexual relations with someone other than their spouse. This prohibition is rooted in the creation narrative where God instituted marriage between one man and one woman (Genesis 2:24). In ancient Israel, marriage was not only a personal commitment but also a social contract that affected the community's stability. Adultery was seen as a serious offense, threatening family integrity and societal order. The consequences of adultery were severe, often resulting in capital punishment (Leviticus 20:10). This reflects the gravity with which God views the violation of marital vows. The commandment also has broader implications, symbolizing Israel's covenant relationship with God. In the prophetic literature, idolatry is often likened to adultery, portraying Israel's unfaithfulness to God (Jeremiah 3:8-9, Hosea 3:1). This metaphor highlights the spiritual dimension of the commandment, emphasizing faithfulness not only in marriage but also in one's relationship with God. In the New Testament, Jesus expands on this commandment, teaching that adultery begins in the heart (Matthew 5:27-28). This internalization of the law points to the need for purity of thought and intention, not just outward compliance. Jesus' teaching underscores the importance of inner transformation, aligning with the new covenant's emphasis on the heart (Jeremiah 31:33). The commandment also foreshadows the relationship between Christ and the Church, described as a marriage in Ephesians 5:25-32. Christ's faithfulness to the Church serves as the ultimate model for marital fidelity, reflecting the divine love and commitment that believers are called to emulate. In summary, this commandment calls for faithfulness in marriage, reflecting God's design for human relationships and His covenant with His people. It challenges believers to uphold the sanctity of marriage and to pursue purity in both actions and thoughts, embodying the faithfulness of Christ. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe prophet and leader of the Israelites who received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai. He is the one delivering these commandments to the people. 2. Israelites The chosen people of God, who were delivered from slavery in Egypt and are now receiving God's laws to guide their new life in the Promised Land. 3. Mount Sinai The mountain where God gave Moses the Ten Commandments, including the commandment against adultery. 4. Canaan The land promised to the Israelites, where they are to live according to God's laws, including maintaining purity in marriage. 5. God The divine lawgiver who establishes the moral and ethical standards for His people, emphasizing the sanctity of marriage. Teaching Points The Sanctity of MarriageMarriage is a sacred covenant established by God. Adultery violates this covenant and disrupts the divine order. Purity of Heart Jesus teaches that adultery begins in the heart. Believers are called to guard their thoughts and desires, striving for purity in both mind and action. Community Impact Adultery not only affects the individuals involved but also has broader implications for families and communities. Upholding this commandment strengthens societal bonds. Spiritual Fidelity Just as physical adultery is a breach of trust, spiritual adultery—turning away from God to other 'gods' or idols—compromises our relationship with Him. Repentance and Restoration For those who have fallen into adultery, the Bible offers hope through repentance and the possibility of restoration and forgiveness through Christ. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew You shall notוְלֹ֖֣א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no commit adultery. תִּֿנְאָֽ֑ף׃ (tnə·’āp̄) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 5003: To commit adultery, to apostatize Links Deuteronomy 5:18 NIVDeuteronomy 5:18 NLT Deuteronomy 5:18 ESV Deuteronomy 5:18 NASB Deuteronomy 5:18 KJV Deuteronomy 5:18 BibleApps.com Deuteronomy 5:18 Biblia Paralela Deuteronomy 5:18 Chinese Bible Deuteronomy 5:18 French Bible Deuteronomy 5:18 Catholic Bible OT Law: Deuteronomy 5:18 Neither shall you commit adultery (Deut. De Du) |
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