Q. 66. What is the reason annexed to the fifth commandment?

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The reason annexed to the fifth commandment is, a promise of long life and prosperity (as far as it shall serve for God’s glory, and their own good) to all such as keep this commandment.

Deut. 5:16; Eph. 6:2-3.

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Index: CHURCH Christ, its only head
Index: COMMANDMENTS, TEN Perfect rule of righteousness
Index: DUTY OF GOD In the Ten Commandments

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Deuteronomy 5:16
KJV
Deuteronomy 5:16 Honour thy father and thy mother, as the LORD thy God hath commanded thee; that thy days may be prolonged, and that it may go well with thee, in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
also cited by 2
- T 24.12
- LC 133
Ephesians 6:2-3
KJV
Ephesians 6:2 Honour thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise;
also cited by 2
- CF 19.6
- LC 133

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