Bible dictionary for children
Honor
Honor means treating someone with regard and respect.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Honor means treating someone with regard and respect. It does not mean agreeing to an unsafe or harmful request.
Talk about it
What is one respectful way to speak when you disagree?
An example from the Bible
Exodus commands Israel to honor father and mother. Children can learn respectful care while also knowing they may tell a safe adult about harm.
Read Exodus 20:12 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Exodus 20:12
“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land which Yahweh your God gives you.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
