The Ten Commandments - Exodus Chapter 20

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As the people are at the base of Mount Sinai, God begins to speak to them His covenantal laws. It is here that we have what is called the Ten Commandments. These become foundational upon which God will set forth the rest (603) of His commandments in the Law of Moses (613 total commandments). But in the midst of God’s great display upon the mountain, the people become very afraid and asks Moses to relay God’s words to them. Finally, the chapter ends with an emphasis in God’s earlier prohibition against idolatry and with preliminary observations concerning the altar to be built for their sacrifices.

00:00 - Review

03:28 - The foundation of the covenant

10:24 - Idolatry is forbidden

14:36 - Improper use of God’s name is forbidden

19:16 - Command to observe the Sabbath

25:23 - Respect for parents is foundational to the health of the nation

28:55 - Prohibition against sexual sins

30:35 - Command against stealing

30:45 - Command against lying on neighbor

33:34 - Prohibition against covetousness

37:10 - The people are afraid and asks Moses to relay God’s words

44:37 - Further prohibition against idolatry and instructions for an altar

58:31 - Final thoughts