Exodus 20:14 akjv — You shall not commit adultery.

American King James Version

"You shall not commit adultery. "

— Exodus 20:14, American King James Version

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Exodus 20:14 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Thou shalt not commit adultery.”
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ASV
“Thou shalt not commit adultery. ”
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WEB
“"You shall not commit adultery.”
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NET
““You shall not commit adultery.”
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DRB
“Thou shalt not commit adultery.”
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BBE
“Do not be false to the married relation.”
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KJVA
“Thou shalt not commit adultery.”
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Exodus 20 — Context

For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: why the LORD blessed the sabbath day, and hallowed it. ¶

Honor your father and your mother: that your days may be long on the land which the LORD your God gives you.

You shall not kill.

You shall not commit adultery.

You shall not steal.

You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.

You shall not covet your neighbor’s house, you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is your neighbor’s. ¶

Exodus 20:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 20:14 say?

Exodus 20:14 in the American King James Version reads: “You shall not commit adultery. ”

Where is Exodus 20:14 in the Bible?

Exodus 20:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 20, verse 14.

Who wrote Exodus?

Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.

What is the book of Exodus about?

Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.

What are the major themes of Exodus?

Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 20:14.

What translation should I read Exodus 20:14 in?

Exodus 20:14 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 Exodus 20:14?

Exodus 20:14 reads (AKJV): “You shall not commit adultery. ” 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.

Exodus 20:14 akjv — You shall not commit adultery.

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