Bible dictionary for children
Ten Commandments
The Ten Commandments are covenant instructions given to Israel at Sinai.
In simple words
What does it mean?
The Ten Commandments are covenant instructions given to Israel at Sinai. They address worship and relationships with other people.
Talk about it
Why does the introduction mention rescue before giving instructions?
An example from the Bible
Exodus introduces them by recalling God's rescue of Israel from Egypt. The instructions belong within that story of rescue and covenant.
Read Exodus 20:1 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
Read the surrounding passage to see who is speaking and how this word or idea is being used. The linked reading opens the full chapter.
Related reading: Exodus 20:1
God spoke all these words, saying,Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
