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NASB | Exodus 20:12 ¶ "Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be prolonged in the land which the LORD your God gives you. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Exodus 20:12 ¶ "Honor (respect, obey, care for) your father and your mother, so that your days may be prolonged in the land the LORD your God gives you. |
Bible Question:
Can anybody explain the meaning of the promise given in the 5th commandment - honour your parents? This promise was made straight direct to Israelite concerning Canaan (I guess?). How should we view this promise nowadays? Does "live long" mean physical longetivity? (I don't think so) If so, I think it wouldn't be a blessing in today's world with so many social problems. Thanks for helping me to understand this. |
Bible Answer: Greetings Azurelaw! Basically, this promise was only made to Israel as they lived in obedience to the Law of Moses. So, the direct application was only applicable to them. However, the general principle would probably still apply to us in that if we honor our parents, God will bless us. I hope this helps! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |