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Exodus 20:17 "You shall not covet your neighbor's house; you shall not covet your neighbor's wife, nor his male servant, nor his female servant, nor his ox, nor his donkey, nor anything that is your neighbor's."

(Note: This does not only apply to only literally the person who lives next to you. It applies to everyone.)

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What is coveting neighbor's wife?

AnswerThis is a commandment against adultery and even against wanting to commit adultery with a married woman. The commandment does not extend to sexual relationships with single women.


What are some places in the bible that speak on coveting?

One place in the Bible that speaks on coveting is Exodus 20:17, the last of the ten commandments. The tenth commandment is "You shall covet your neighbor's house. You shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his manservant or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor."


When was In Coveting Ways created?

In Coveting Ways was created in 2002.


Which of the Ten Commandments for Catholics tells us not to hate one another?

.Catholic AnswerHate is usually dealt with under the fifth commandment: You shall not kill, the commandments about lying and coveting deal with the results of hating, or are concurrent with them.


What is a scripture passage relevant to the tenth commandment?

Romans 7:7: (NIV)What shall we say, then? Is the law sin? Certainly not! Indeed I would not have known what sin was except through the law. For I would not have known what coveting really was if the law had not said, "Do not covet."


Is going to war for oil coveting?

Yes depending on your views going to war over oil can be considered coveting.


How many of the commandments did david violate?

King David is traditionally considered to have violated several of the Ten Commandments. Most notably, he committed adultery with Bathsheba, which violates the commandment against adultery, and he orchestrated the death of her husband, Uriah, violating the commandment against murder. Additionally, his actions could be seen as coveting his neighbor's wife. Thus, David's actions reflect violations of at least three of the commandments.


Why is coveting evil?

Because it is prescribed in the 10 commandments.


How do teenagers disobey the 10th commandment?

Teenagers often disobey the 10th commandment, which advises against coveting, by developing an unhealthy desire for their peers' possessions, lifestyles, or relationships. This can manifest as jealousy or materialism, leading them to focus excessively on what others have rather than appreciating their own blessings. Additionally, social media can amplify these feelings, making it easier to compare themselves with others and feel discontent. Ultimately, this behavior can lead to dissatisfaction and a lack of gratitude for their own lives.


What is the difference between the ninth and tenth commandments?

The ninth commandment is: You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. Read about the other variation of the 9th commandment at http://www.answers.com/topic/ten-commandments


Which commandment stresses obedience to lawful authority?

The fourth commandment!


Is wanting to sleep with your cousins husband considered coveting?

Yes