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    The Number 10 in the Bible

    Law, order, and complete responsibility.

    The Number 10 in the Bible

    The number 10 signifies completeness of order — the Ten Commandments, the ten plagues of Egypt, and the tithe (tenth) given to God.

    Key KJV Verses

    Exodus 20:1
    "And God spake all these words, saying,"
    Genesis 14:20
    "...And he gave him tithes of all."
    Matthew 25:1
    "Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins..."

    The Law and the tithe

    Ten Commandments form the moral foundation of the Old Covenant (Exodus 20). The tithe — a tenth — is the recurring measure of dedication to God, from Abraham (Genesis 14:20) to Malachi 3:10.

    Ten as completeness of order

    Ten plagues completed God's judgment on Egypt. Ten virgins, ten talents, and ten cities recur in Jesus' parables as pictures of full accountability before God.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does the number 10 mean in the Bible?

    It represents the completeness of God's order — His law, His judgments, and the tithe owed back to Him.

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