Exo 20:13 | MHM | STEP | v. 13 : The sixth commandment is You shall not kill . This commandment forbids hurting or taking someone’s life unjustly. It includes not only murder, but also hatred, revenge, and harmful anger (Matthew 5:22 ). It does not forbid self-defense, justice by courts, or war when truly necessary. God cares deeply about human life.

‏ Exodus 20:13

v. 13: The sixth commandment is You shall not kill . This commandment forbids hurting or taking someone’s life unjustly. It includes not only murder, but also hatred, revenge, and harmful anger (Matthew 5:22 ^a). It does not forbid self-defense, justice by courts, or war when truly necessary. God cares deeply about human life.