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Exodus 20:17
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Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour’s house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour’s wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour’s.
About Exodus 20:17
In Exodus, Exodus 20:17 addresses the theme of What the Bible Says About Greed and The Ox in the Bible with clarity and depth. This Old Testament law text remains central to Christian understanding and devotional practice on this subject.
Related Verses
- Luke 12:15
“And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.”
- 1 Timothy 6:10
“For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.”
- Hebrews 13:5
“Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.”
- Proverbs 15:27
“He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.”
- Colossians 3:5
“Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:”
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How to Apply Exodus 20:17
Use Exodus 20:17 as a daily declaration. Speak it over your circumstances, inserting your name where relevant. Let its promise from Exodus anchor your perspective as you navigate decisions related to on the theme of What the Bible Says About Greed, and share it with one person who might need it today.