Deuteronomy 5:17 nasb — 'You shall not murder.

NASB

"'You shall not murder."

— Deuteronomy 5:17, NASB

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Deuteronomy 5:17 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Thou shalt not kill.”
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ASV
“Thou shalt not kill. ”
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WEB
“"You shall not murder.”
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NET
“You must not murder.”
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DRB
“Thou shalt not kill.”
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BBE
“Do not put anyone to death without cause.”
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KJVA
“Thou shalt not kill.”
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Deuteronomy 5 — Context

but the seventh day is a sabbath of the LORD your God; in it you shall not do any work, you or your son or your daughter or your male servant or your female servant or your ox or your donkey or any of your cattle or your sojourner who stays with you, so that your male servant and your female servant may rest as well as you.

'You shall remember that you were a slave in the land of Egypt, and the LORD your God brought you out of there by a mighty hand and by an outstretched arm; therefore the LORD your God commanded you to observe the sabbath day.

'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 on the land which the LORD your God gives you.

'You shall not murder.

'You shall not commit adultery.

'You shall not steal.

'You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.

Deuteronomy 5:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 5:17 say?

Deuteronomy 5:17 in the NASB reads: “'You shall not murder.”

Where is Deuteronomy 5:17 in the Bible?

Deuteronomy 5:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 5, verse 17.

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 5:17.

What translation should I read Deuteronomy 5:17 in?

Deuteronomy 5:17 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 5:17?

Deuteronomy 5:17 reads (NASB): “'You shall not murder.” 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.

Deuteronomy 5:17 nasb — 'You shall not murder.

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Deuteronomy 5:17 in Other Translations

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