The Ten Commandments are a set of biblical laws traditionally given by God to Moses, and they’re usually listed as these ten: no other gods, no idols, don’t misuse God’s name, keep the Sabbath holy, honor your parents, do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not lie, and do not covet.

Quick Scoop

Here is a simple version of the commandments:

  1. You shall have no other gods before Me.
  1. You shall not make idols.
  1. You shall not take God’s name in vain.
  1. Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.
  1. Honor your father and mother.
  1. You shall not murder.
  1. You shall not commit adultery.
  1. You shall not steal.
  1. You shall not bear false witness.
  1. You shall not covet.

Small note

Different faith traditions sometimes number or phrase them a little differently, but the core ideas are the same.

If you want, I can also give you:

  • the exact Bible version wording,
  • a kid-friendly explanation,
  • or the commandments in Catholic, Jewish, or Protestant numbering.