Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Murder"
The Bible forbids murder because human life is sacred and created in the image of God, extending the prohibition even to the hatred in one's heart.
The Bible forbids murder because human life is sacred and created in the image of God, extending the prohibition even to the hatred in one's heart.
"Thou shalt not kill." — Exodus 20:13 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Murder?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Thou shalt not kill."
"Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill... But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment:"
"Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him."
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