Westminster Larger Catechism, Question 126
Question 126
What is the general scope of the fifth commandment?
The general scope of the fifth commandment is, the performance of those duties which we mutually owe in our several relations, as inferiors, superiors, or equals.
Scripture references for paragraph 1
Berean Standard Bible. Public domain text and source credits.
Ephesians 5:2121Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.
1 Peter 2:1717Treat everyone with high regard: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.
Romans 12:1010Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.
Source and edition
Westminster Larger Catechism. NonlinearFruit/Creeds.json, Unlicense. Creeds.json, English transcription
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