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Deuteronomy 5:10 akjv — And showing mercy to thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments.

American King James Version

"And showing mercy to thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments. "

— Deuteronomy 5:10, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 5 — Context

7

You shall have none other gods before me.

8

You shall not make you any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the waters beneath the earth:

9

You shall not bow down yourself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and fourth generation of them that hate me,

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And showing mercy to thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments.

11

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.

12

Keep the sabbath day to sanctify it, as the LORD your God has commanded you.

13

Six days you shall labor, and do all your work:

Deuteronomy 5:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 5:10 say?
Deuteronomy 5:10 in the American King James Version reads: “And showing mercy to thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments. ”
Where is Deuteronomy 5:10 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 5:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 5, verse 10.
Who wrote Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Largely framed as Moses' farewell speeches; the closing chapter narrating his death was likely added by Joshua or a later editor. It was written c. 1406 BC.
What is the book of Deuteronomy about?
Deuteronomy is Moses' final sermons to Israel before they enter the Promised Land — a renewed call to love and obey the LORD. It re-states the Law, rehearses Israel's history, and lays before the people blessing for obedience and curse for rebellion.
What are the major themes of Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy explores themes including Covenant, Love, Obedience, Remembrance, Blessing & Curse. These themes shape the meaning and context of Deuteronomy 5:10.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 5:10 in?
Deuteronomy 5:10 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Deuteronomy 5:10?
Deuteronomy 5:10 reads (AKJV): “And showing mercy to thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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