What are the simplified Ten Commandments?

Answer 1

In as simple terms as possible, the 10 Words (In Hebrew they are not in command form as much as they are statements of fact) define what God considers to be proper behavior when it comes to our dealings with Him and with those around us. It is believed that the 10 Words sum up all 613 +/- commands found in the Tanach (OT) just as the "Big Two" from the NT sum up the 10. For example, if we love God we will not take His name in vain, create idols, we will serve Him only, and rest on the day he rested. If we love neighbor we will not kill him, steal from him, take his wife, bear false witness against him, or covet his belongings. So the commands/Words are simply God's direction/instruction for us to follow.

Answer 2

Being aware that God exists

Not to have other gods or idols

Not to use God's name falsely or uselessly

To keep the Sabbath

To honor one's parents

Not to murder

Not to commit adultery

Not to steal

Not to testify falsely

Not to covet

Answer 3

Matthew 22:36-40

" Master, which is the greatest commandment in the law? Jesus said unto him Thou shalt love the Lord the God with all thy heart and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind..... And the second commandment .....Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself."