Keach's Catechism, Question 70
Question 70
What is required in the fifth commandment?
The fifth commandment requires the preserving the honor, and performing the duties, belonging to every one in their several places and relations, as superiors, inferiors, or equals.
Scripture references for paragraph 1
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Leviticus 19:3232You are to rise in the presence of the elderly, honor the aged, and fear your God. I am the LORD.
1 Peter 2:1717Treat everyone with high regard: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.
Romans 13:11Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God.
Ephesians 5:21-2221Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.
22Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord.
Ephesians 6:11Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.
Ephesians 6:55Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear and sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ.
Ephesians 6:99And masters, do the same for your slaves. Give up your use of threats, because you know that He who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with Him.
Colossians 3:19-2219Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.
20Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord.
21Fathers, do not provoke your children, so they will not become discouraged.
22Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything, not only to please them while they are watching, but with sincerity of heart and fear of the Lord.
Romans 12:1010Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.
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