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“No lusting after your neighbor's house - or wife or servant or maid or ox or donkey. Don't set your heart on anything that is your neighbor's.” quote by Moses
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“No lusting after your neighbor's house - or wife or servant or maid or ox or donkey. Don't set your heart on anything that is your neighbor's.”

Moses

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Advises against coveting others' possessions or relationships, urging contentment with one's own life.

In simple terms: Avoid envy of others' belongings.

Key Takeaway

Contentment prevents moral decay.

Themes

contentment ethical conduct self-control social harmony spiritual discipline

Mood

reflective serene cautionary

Type

proverbial moral

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • financial planning
  • community disputes
  • personal reflection
  • spiritual teaching

Key Concepts

covetousness desire personal boundaries moral law

Practical Applications

  • ethical education
  • personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers envy in you?
  • How can you cultivate satisfaction?
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