“Do Not Take God’s Name in Vain” Is Not About Swearing
- Andy McIlvain

- Jun 27
- 1 min read
Video from BibleProject
“Do Not Take God’s Name in Vain” Is Not About Swearing
"Is the 3rd Commandment, “You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain,” about swearing? When God gives this command to Moses at Mount Sinai, he’s calling Israel to fulfill their purpose to carry his name faithfully.
Watch this video and explore the meaning behind this command and its significance for us today.
In this video, you will learn …
The meaning of the Hebrew word for “take” (nasa’)
What it means for God to attach his name to others
The meaning of the Hebrew word for “in vain” (shav’)
What it means to carry the name of Yahweh faithfully" from the video introduction

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