Catechism for Young Children

An adaptation of the Catechism for Young Children in modern English.

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Question 84


Modern Adaptation

Question: What is the third commandment?

Answer: The third commandment is: You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain.


Traditional Formulation

Question: What is the third commandment?

Answer: The third commandment is, Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain: for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.


Adaptation Commentary

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