Question 54 of 82
The Ten Commandments
What is the reason annexed to the fifth commandment?
Answer
The reason annexed to the fifth commandment is a promise of long life and prosperity—as far as it shall serve for God's glory, and their own good—to all those who keep this commandment ().
Read the 1 proof texts (KJV)
- Ephesians 6:2-3
- 2Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;) 3That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth.