The Ten Commandments were only 10 of the moral laws of the Hebrews. Jewish tradition holds that there are 613 commandments in total.
The set of laws commonly referred to is the "Ten Commandments," which are biblical principles relating to ethics and worship. They play a significant role in Judaism and Christianity, outlining moral behavior and duties to God and fellow humans. Another notable set of laws is the "Code of Hammurabi," one of the earliest written legal codes, established in ancient Mesopotamia. Each represents a foundational aspect of legal and moral frameworks in their respective cultures.
Laws, commandments
The Ten Commandments are the body of laws that govern the Church.
The Ten Commandments.
GOD gave us ten laws to live by called the ten commandments.
The ten commandments of the ancient Hebrews has had the greatest influence on the development of western law. In particular, the first 3 commandments influenced the establishment of state churches. The 4th influenced the establishment of blue laws. The 5th influenced the legal relationship between parents and children. The 7th influenced moral laws.
The ancient Hebrews' laws of God are collectively called the Torah. The Torah contains the Ten Commandments (Exodus ch.20) as well as some six hundred additional laws and commands, in addition to its historical and other narratives. See also:More detailAbout the TorahThe Ten Commandments
The Torah.
The Ten Commandments
Hebrews believed that god had revealed the laws (ten commandments) to Moses theredy making a promise with them.
Moses, delivered on 2 stone tablets with 5 Commandments on each. Delivered after Moses came down from the mountain after speaking with God.
The Ten Commandments
The moral laws given to Moses by God are often referred to as the Ten Commandments. These commandments outline principles for ethical behavior, such as honoring one's parents, refraining from murder and theft, and avoiding false witness and coveting. They serve as a foundation for moral conduct in many religious and ethical traditions.
The Ten Commandments are a specific set of moral and religious laws presented in the Bible, while mosaic laws refer to the broader body of laws found in the Torah or Hebrew Bible, which includes civil, ritual, and moral laws given to the Israelites by Moses. The Ten Commandments are a subset of the larger mosaic laws.
They are called the Ten Commandments. The Torah was the entire set of of Laws given to the Jews. There are 613 commandments, of which the Ten Commandments are a part. There are 7 commandements that are called the "Seven Laws of Noah" that are moral laws that all humans are expected to follow. See the link below.
Only partially true. To explain: Christ Jesus stated that the whole Law given to the ancient Hebrews, could really be summed-up & condensed into just two laws: 1st) You must love Jehovah God with your whole heart, soul, and mind and strength; and 2nd) You must love your neighbor as yourself. Actually it is these 2 laws (not just the 10 commandments) that form the basis for the greatest influence upon True Christians, not just in the Western world; but upon True Christians all around the globe.
The ancient Hebrews needed to obey God in order to please him. They also needed to obey his laws.