False witness Quote by Bible
“Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet.”
About This Quote
A moral code prohibiting major sins, emphasizing respect for life, property, truth, and desire.
In simple terms: Ethical prohibitions.
Key Takeaway
Guidelines for virtuous conduct.
Themes
morality
law
religion
ethics
social order
Mood
solemn
authoritative
Type
maxim
commandment
When to use this quote
- personal decision-making
- legal frameworks
- religious instruction
- community standards
Key Concepts
commandments
sin
human behavior
social cohesion
Practical Applications
- ethical education
- policy formulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do these prohibitions shape societal norms?
- What consequences arise when they are ignored?
![“[Y]ou are not ashamed of your sin [in committing adultery] because so many men commit it. Man's wickedness is now such that men are more ashamed of chastity than of lechery. Murderers, thieves, perjurers, false witnesses, plunderers and fraudsters are detested and hated by people generally, but…” quote by Augustine of Hippo](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d8c/augustine-of-hippo-2589_adultery_y-ou-are-not-ashamed-of-your-sin-in-comm_380143.jpg)
