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Where in the bible thou shall not bear false witness against thy neighbor?
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∙ 14y ago
It means you should not lie (tell an untruth) in such a way that it will hurt someone else. The commandment stems from the way in which disputes were settled in Jewish society. If someone was in a dispute, theywere expected to tell the truth to whoever was judging the dispute (usually the priest). If, however, they told a lie (bearing 'false witness' - ie their statement as a witness was untrue) so that the guilty could go free, or, more importantly, the innocent would be blamed, this would breach this commandment. Nowadays it simply means that we should strive to be honest in all that we do. It does not mean that we should never tell a lie, as occasionally a lie is the necessary lesser of two evils. As an example, in the Second World War, the French Resistance helped save the lives of many Jews and other races by hiding them in cupboards or other concealed places away from the German Nazis. If a Nazi asked if they were hiding anyone, telling the truth would almost certainly mean death for the Jew in a concentration camp when they were found. Lying in this case, therefore, would be perfectly justified. Therefore this commandment only speaks out against lying when someone else is hurt or betrayed rather than a blanket ban.
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∙ 12y agoDo not lie about your neighbor. Do not be a witness falsely. Be only a TRUE witness, a good witness, an honest witness. Do not say you know something you do not. Do not say you saw something you did not, about your 'neighbor'.
This is more significant than it appears on the surface. According to halacha (Jewish law), a person on trial cannot confess to the crime they committed, nor can they provide testimony to incriminate themselves. In a trial, the only people who can provide testimony are direct witnesses. If people were to perjure themselves as witnesses, the defendant could be found guilty of a crime they didn't commit.
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∙ 12y agoExo 20:16 "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor."
This means: you shall not lie about you neighbor.
It sounds like you maybe mixing up commandments...
Exo 20:17 "You shall not covet your neighbor's house; you shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his male servant, or his female servant, or his ox, or his donkey, or anything that is your neighbor's."
This mean: you shall not lust after that which belongs to your neighbor.
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∙ 14y agoThat is the ninth commandment, Exodus 20:16.
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∙ 13y agoDon't say things that are not true about other people.
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∙ 11y agoDon't gossip or lie about about others
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∙ 12y agoDon't lie.
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What is false testimony mean in the bible?
False testimony (or false witness) in the Bible (and anywhere else) is basically lying. So if you see something, then lie about that to somebody, you are bearing false testimony (or false witness).
What the bible says about honesty?
The Bible says to be honest. The reverse is to lie and the Bible specifically states not to Lie (no to bear false witness)
Describe the teachings of christianity?
2 sentences: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, sould, mind, and strength" and "Love your neighbor as yourself". Anything against these 2 is a sin. Against your neighbor would be lying, stealing, cheating, hurting, lusting, coveting, false witness. Against God would be addiction, lying to the Holy Spirit (different from just lying), using His name in vain.
What does The Bible say about honesty?
exodus 20:16 Thou shallt not give false testimony agaisnt thy neighbor Also one of the Ten Commandments: Thou shalt not lie.
What is the ninth commandmeant?
In the Bible "your neighbor" is not just the person who lives next door or across the street, but any person whom you come in contact with. The ninth commandment says, ""You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor". Justice is not served by any untruthful testimony. I know that in the United States of America we have recognized this principal and adjure all witnesses to tell the truth and nothing but the truth in a court of law. At one time a witness would lay their hand on the Bible and swear this, but I think mostly this has been stopped. Lying is a sin against God and should never be done.
In which book is written lying is sin?
In the 10 commandments, the one that says "Thou (or you) shall not bear false witness against your neighbor" (Commandment # 9) simply means you should not lie against someone else. It is found in Exodus 20:16. Also in the book of Leviticus 19: 11, The Bible here says do not lie to one another. There are probably other places it says that as well, but these are the two ones I know of from the top of my head. God bless!
You didn't commit a crime so if you have a witness saying you didn't do it then can you be sent to jail if the people who are saying you committed the crime lie and find a false witness?
If the court believes their false witness and not yours you could be put in jail. A good lawyer will try to prove the false witness is false.
What is the specific explanation of the ninth commandments?
the ninth commandment is thou shalt not lie. that means do not lie whatsoever. the other commandment that says thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor means to not say someone is not guilty when they really are, and to say they are guilty when they really aren't.
Your neighbor made false allegations to the EPA animal control and the code enforcement officer do you have a case of harassment?
No. However, if you can prove that: (a) the allegations were false and (b) the neighbor knew or should reasonably have known that they were false, you may have a civil case for defamation.If you are convicted of an Animal or EPA offense resulting from your neighbor's complaint, this would seriously hinder your ability to seek a civil remedy against your neighbor, since the court would be required to assume the allegations were, in fact, true.To determine your options in dealing with the neighbor, you should consult an Attorney.
Can a witness who has been convicted of a crime cannot testify in a criminal case?
Yes, a witness can be convicted, if the offence of perjury is proved against him. Perjury is the offense of knowingly making untrue statements, by a witness, when he is testifying. The punishment may extend to fine or imprisonment or both, it depends on the law of the land. But generally, a witness is not tried for perjury, unless his statements are absolutely false and has a devastating effect on the case. It is also pertinent to mention that if the witness has submitted something, believing it to be true, but afterwards it is proved to be false, then no charge of perjury lies against the witness. Perjury lies attracted only when the witness has submitted some false statements deliberately and intentionally. it does not need an establishment of mens rea (mental intention) showing the inclination of the witness to either of the parties to the litigation.
Bare false witness or bear false witness?
To Lie. In a limited sence of the word. It's not a legal term at all.
Who was a witness at Charles Darnay's trial?
John Barsad, the English spy, was a witness at Charles Darnay's trial. He provided false testimony that swayed the jury against Darnay.
