Deuteronomy 5:13 cpdv — For six days, you shall labor and do all your work.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For six days, you shall labor and do all your work. "

— Deuteronomy 5:13, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Deuteronomy 5 — Context

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and acting with mercy in thousands of ways to those who love me and keep my precepts.

11

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.

12

Observe the day of the Sabbath, so that you may sanctify it, just as the Lord your God has instructed you.

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For six days, you shall labor and do all your work.

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The seventh is the day of the Sabbath, that is, the rest of the Lord your God. You shall not do any work in it, nor shall your son, nor daughter, nor man servant, nor woman servant, nor ox, nor donkey, nor any of your cattle, nor the sojourner who is within your gates, so that your men and woman servants may rest, just as you do.

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Remember that you also were servants in Egypt, and the Lord your God led you away from that place with a strong hand and an outstretched arm. Because of this, he has instructed you so that you would observe the Sabbath day.

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Honor your father and mother, just as the Lord your God has instructed you, so that you may live a long time, and so that it may be well with you in the land, which the Lord your God will give to you.

Deuteronomy 5:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 5:13 say?
Deuteronomy 5:13 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For 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 (CPDV): “For 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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