Deuteronomy 5:13 akjv — Six days you shall labor, and do all your work:

American King James Version

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

— Deuteronomy 5:13, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 5 — Context

10

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:

14

But the seventh day is the sabbath of the LORD your God: in it you shall not do any work, you, nor your son, nor your daughter, nor your manservant, nor your maidservant, nor your ox, nor your ass, nor any of your cattle, nor your stranger that is within your gates; that your manservant and your maidservant may rest as well as you.

15

And remember that you were a servant in the land of Egypt, and that the LORD your God brought you out there through a mighty hand and by a stretched out arm: therefore the LORD your God commanded you to keep the sabbath day. ¶

16

Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you; that your days may be prolonged, and that it may go well with you, in the land which the LORD your God gives you.

Deuteronomy 5:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 5:13 say?
Deuteronomy 5:13 in the American King James Version reads: “Six days you shall labor, and do all your work: ”
Where is Deuteronomy 5:13 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 5:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 5, verse 13.
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 5:13.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 5:13 in?
Deuteronomy 5:13 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 5:13?
Deuteronomy 5:13 reads (AKJV): “Six days you shall labor, and do all your work: ” 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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