Bible verses for children
Human life is precious.
Exodus 20:13
“You shall not murder.
Exodus 20:13 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
This command forbids murder: deliberately and wrongly taking a person’s life. It reminds us that people’s lives must be protected. An angry feeling or an accident is not the same thing as murder. When we are angry, we can still choose to get help and act safely.
If an argument becomes frightening, move to a safe place and get a grown-up. Protecting people is more important than winning the argument.
Talk about it
Who could help you if an argument stopped feeling safe?
An example from the Bible
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God Meets Israel at Mount Sinai
Exodus 19:1–25; Exodus 20:18–21
At Mount Sinai, God calls Israel to belong to him, and the people tremble as his holy presence comes near.
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Bible context & readings +
“You shall not murder” is one of the Ten Commandments in Exodus 20. It belongs with commands protecting families, belongings and truthful relationships. This short explanation focuses on the value of human life without describing violence.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us protect life, seek help in danger and choose peaceful actions. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.
