King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
¶ Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another.
Complete Jewish Bible:
"'Do not steal from, defraud or lie to each other.
Berean Standard Bible:
You must not steal. You must not lie or deceive one another.
American Standard Version:
Ye shall not steal; neither shall ye deal falsely, nor lie one to another.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Ye shall not steal{H1589}, neither deal falsely{H3584}, neither lie{H8266} one{H376} to another{H5997}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Exodus 20:15
- Thou shalt not steal.
Colossians 3:9
- Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;
Ephesians 4:25
- Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.
Psalms 101:7
- He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house: he that telleth lies shall not tarry in my sight.
Zechariah 5:3
- Then said he unto me, This [is] the curse that goeth forth over the face of the whole earth: for every one that stealeth shall be cut off [as] on this side according to it; and every one that sweareth shall be cut off [as] on that side according to it.
Zechariah 5:4
- I will bring it forth, saith the LORD of hosts, and it shall enter into the house of the thief, and into the house of him that sweareth falsely by my name: and it shall remain in the midst of his house, and shall consume it with the timber thereof and the stones thereof.
Romans 3:4
- God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged.
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Commentary for Leviticus 19:11
1. **Themes:**
- **Moral Integrity:** The verse emphasizes honesty and the importance of not deceiving others.
- **Justice and Fairness:** It underscores the ethical principle of respecting others' property and rights.
- **Social Harmony:** By prohibiting theft, false dealing, and lying, the commandment promotes trust and stability within the community.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Leviticus:** Part of the Pentateuch, the first five books of the Bible traditionally attributed to Moses, Leviticus provides laws and guidelines for the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt, shaping their religious and social practices.
- **Israelite Society:** The book was likely written during the time of Israel's wilderness wanderings (c. 1446-1406 BCE) or during the early monarchy period (c. 1000-900 BCE). It reflects the need to establish a distinct identity and moral code for the Israelites as they transitioned from a loose confederation of tribes to a nation under God's covenant.
- **Cultural and Legal Context:** The commandments in Leviticus 19, including verse 11, are part of the Holiness Code, which outlines how the Israelites are to live holy lives before God. These laws were designed to set Israel apart from neighboring cultures that often had different moral standards.
- **Universal Ethics:** While given to a specific people at a particular time, the principles found in Leviticus 19:11 have had a lasting impact, influencing Jewish law and ethics, as well as Christian morality and Western legal systems. The prohibitions against stealing, dealing falsely, and lying are considered universal ethical norms.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1589
There are 36 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גָּנַב
Transliteration: gânab
Pronunciation: gaw-nab'
Description: a primitive root; to thieve (literally or figuratively); by implication, to deceive; carry away, [idiom] indeed, secretly bring, steal (away), get by stealth. - Strong's Number: H3584
There are 22 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כָּחַשׁ
Transliteration: kâchash
Pronunciation: kaw-khash'
Description: a primitive root; to be untrue, in word (to lie, feign, disown) or deed (to disappoint, fail, cringe); deceive, deny, dissemble, fail, deal falsely, be found liars, (be-) lie, lying, submit selves. - Strong's Number: H8266
There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁקַר
Transliteration: shâqar
Pronunciation: shaw-kar'
Description: a primitive root; to cheat, i.e. be untrue (usually in words); fail, deal falsely, lie. - Strong's Number: H376
There are 1507 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אִישׁ
Transliteration: ʼîysh
Pronunciation: eesh
Description: contracted for אֱנוֹשׁ (or perhaps rather from an unused root meaning to be extant); a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation); also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare אִשָּׁה. - Strong's Number: H5997
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָמִית
Transliteration: ʻâmîyth
Pronunciation: aw-meeth'
Description: from a primitive root meaning to associate; companionship; hence (concretely) a comrade or kindred man; another, fellow, neighbour.