Commandments Quote by Martin Luther
“Exhort your household to learn [the Ten Commandments] word for word, that they should obey God…For if you teach and urge your families things will go forward.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Large of the Ten Commandments, 1523
Teaching the Ten Commandments verbatim to family encourages obedience and spiritual growth.
In simple terms: Teach kids the Ten Commandments word for word.
Family instruction builds faith.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Sunday school
- home devotions
- family prayer
- religious education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can families balance memorization with personal meaning?
- What role does discussion play in faith formation?
May overlook personal understanding in favor of rote memorization.