The 3rd Commandment: Using God’s Name in Vain

[@RogueOntheRoad]

The commandment which says: "thou shalt not 'take' the name of the Lord in vain..." Is the most miss interpreted commandment. This commandment is the one that tells us we have a relationship as a member of God's family. "Take" is a word meaning to take possession of. From the Hebrew the word is best translated to: "to carry". We carry the name of our Father. In the scriptures the word "name" when talking about God means: "God's name is His character" the word character can be substituted for the word name. The resulting meaning of the commandment is: "When we choose to be a member of God's family we are to represent His character..."

[@waterparkpolo]

RogueOntheRoad hey are still active? U have knowledge and I have question

[@tony1685]

i believe the Holy Command is the most misunderstood - the Holy Sabbath is even attacked by those within the church, sadly. the 1st day is never and will never be a Holy day, yet the 7th day Sabbath (known also as saturday) is when Christians go do church and set aside His day for good!

[@RogueOntheRoad]

@@waterparkpolo I'm active but not everywhere on the internet. It's difficult to keep up with lots of web sites and blogs comment boards. I recommend if you have questions look for the original text in the original language. I found looking at as many versions of the scriptures is a good way to get to know what is written. But learning the meaning of original texts is the key to understanding the true message in the Bible. An example of this is the statement in Acts 20:7 which is unilaterally translated as saying "on the first day..." or "on Sunday" However, the Hebrew/Greek words really say " as the Sabbath was ended... " The common interpretation causes an event timing conundrum. It makes the text look like Paul was going to take a trip on Monday morning while at the same time he was taking a trip on the first day, Sunday. At the same time Paul continues speaking through the night. When we know that they met Saturday evening for dinner and to continue listening to Paul we can understand how Paul was actually planning a trip on Sunday morning. The first day; a good day to take a trip. To discover this I read a Jewish Bible which has key words in Jewish format. I took that Jewish word to the internet and found the interpretation of that word. Studying the Bible is complex thanks to the devil's effort to confuse people. As for the 3rd commandment I went to a school which had a Jewish/Christian SDA Bible teacher. However, you can listen to Rav Binney Friedman... isralight.org/freemp3s/RBF/10Commandments/The_3rd_Commandment_-_Taking_G-ds_Name_In_Vain.mp3

[@keithelrod777]

The 3rd Commandment, "Do not take the Lord's Name in vain", has zero to do with cussing. The 3rd Commandment is ALL about being a hypocrite, your outer show does not match your inner flow. It is about saying you are a Christian and not really being one. I have a couple videos about this on my channel if you are interested.

[@missk6295]

Um.. is it ok to write his real name? I didn't write and say any cuss words. I'm just confused by the word vain like what do you mean by that.

[@darwinc5849]

Thank You, Now I will manifest what I learn to others

[@catherinewilliams6384]

Thank you for posting this video.

[@justjamie1855]

Thanks, Im Jewish, but I needed some help with this one.

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

Happy to help!

[@JJ_Jordan0]

@@Lifehopeandtruth can someone be forgiven for saying oh my .... You know? What if they grew up their whole life saying it? But are sorry and repent? Is it too late for salvation for them?

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

@@JJ_Jordan0 Hello, Jordan, thanks for the question. If someone takes God’s name in vain but repents and genuinely strives to stop speaking that way, that person can be forgiven. You may find it helpful to read 1 John 1:9: “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

[@JJ_Jordan0]

@@Lifehopeandtruth after I found out about blasphemy I only used I think only twice after that out of habit..... I really wanted to stop.... :) cause it offends me everytime I hear it being thrown around society is SUCH a problem.....

[@chancycat9822]

I've often thought that using the term scaring the "bejesus" out of someone is taking the Lord's name in vain and am I right here? I think that I am.

[@erikwilson4481]

God is the great IAM

[@blondboozebaron]

If you breathe in GOOD. If you breathe out a circle halved once squared twice to the right. Its a living word.

[@blondboozebaron]

To not take in vain use it by drawing all three into one beginning whole image. As the father image is GOOD so the Son image is a circle halved once squared twice to the right. From that image we see the kingdom of the word defined.

[@kevindavis4709]

Yup some people say God told me I’m your spouse making jokes of it scares me

[@Thelivingwordthesword]

A very hard lesson is going to be learnt for those commuting atrocities and evil in Gods names the smoke will fill their lungs and souls with utter hell there will be omens coming upon those who comfortably have violated the name of The word

[@JJ_Jordan0]

Can GOD forgive being lukewarm? If the person repents and is truly sorry? And desires a relationship with him?

[@calinlpop7686]

God bless you brother!

[@keithelrod777]

The 3rd Commandment, "Do not take the Lord's Name in vain", has zero to do with cussing. The 3rd Commandment is ALL about being a hypocrite, your outer show does not match your inner flow. It is about saying you are a Christian and not really being one. I have a couple videos about this on my channel if you are interested.

[@larrybedouin2921]

*Taking* Gods name [character] in vain. Not using Gods name in vain.

[@diosdadoapias]

The English word, vain, means conceit or failure but I think that the word vain in the 3rd Commandment of God refers to the using or ,carrying God's name for activities which can be against the will of God, like killing in the name of God.

[@noahphillips7404]

#3 Don't take the GOD of all creation lightly.

[@ewankerr3011]

Actually, the commandment should read : You shall not take the name of YHWH your God in vain. This is important as it not only tells us who the LORD is but indicates that those who quote it as taking the LORD's name in vain , have probably just done so.

[@Vettel2011]

Hello. Is it possible to take Satan's name in vain? such as saying Satand---it?

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

The Bible doesn’t address taking Satan’s name in vain, but if a Christian is constantly using his name as an expletive or is constantly thinking about him, that Christian’s focus is probably in the wrong place. James 4:7 shows us that the best way to resist Satan is not to use his name as an expletive, but to focus on submitting to God. Our minds should be focused on God, His ways and His Kingdom.

[@cricket88671]

I do not allow anyone to use Gods name in vein in my home. They can leave if they can’t watch the mouth of words that I don’t like. It’s respect for people in their homes. Every word that comes from the mouth is Life and Death!! That is in the Bible. Imagine how wonderful the world “ life “ would be If Everyone would respectfully live by those 10 rules? It’s not hard to be a good person! Those commandments don’t make you a OMG RELIGIOUS TYPE PERSON THAT NOBODY CAN STAND” Those commandments make us better good hearted people! 10 rules and everyone these days act like it’s a hard thing to live off of. The only reason a person says I don’t believe is because they enjoy living a sinful life and don’t want to change. People feel they have to make big changes if they admit to believing in a higher power” Honestly, it’s a good place to start. Admitting belief can be the start of a better life” OR some people call it Better Luck. I don’t believe in Luck. I believe it’s Gods will. God is Love! If you know the difference between Good and Evil,Right and Wrong” you know the difference between Life And Death then truly you know God and Santon! Want Love-give Love Want joy-give joy. Want Respect-give respect! Want happiness-give happiness It’s simple! You get in return what you project to others. Prayers we can just all be good hearted people and make this world a better place. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@marsonofjo344]

'misuse' and 'not use' = in vain. - like "the LORD, your God".

[@gilbertbuenaventura4029]

Is that the reason the people of the people of old testament do not say YHWH?

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

Hi Gilbert! Some Jews and others refrain from pronouncing the tetragrammaton (YHWH) because they feel it’s too holy to pronounce. However, there is no biblical evidence that God expected His people to refrain from uttering His name or that avoiding its pronunciation was prevalent in biblical times. Those discouraging its use often align with the Sacred Name Movement. You can learn more about that belief system by visiting this link: lifehopeandtruth.com/god/who-is-god/names-of-god/sacred-name/.

[@Thelivingwordthesword]

The greatest of abominations are those who use god names in vein

[@littleantukins4415]

Oh my god

[@littleantukins4415]

Godammit

[@georeg3961]

What bible do y’all teach from just curious for my own knowledge there’s so many different ones...

[@Jewgirl2911]

The best one to know the truth of Yah, is the Cepher Bible or Halleluyah Scriptutes. You can look either of them up and find them easily.

[@BatmansApprenticeRobin75]

How can “oh my god” be construed as using the lords name in vain? What is this so called “god”s name? Is it god? Is this title “god” the actual name of this figure that is loosely labeled “god”? Could it be that there is a deeper meaning behind this so called scripture?

[@Jewgirl2911]

The name of The Most High is “YHWH” not “God” so using the word god whether it’s capital or lower case, the word god is common and using this name to refer to The Most High takes Elohim’s name in vain - for you have made it common.

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

We respect your right to refer to God as you feel is appropriate, but we do not teach that it is necessary to address God in the Hebrew form of His name. You can read more about our position on this topic here: lifehopeandtruth.com/god/who-is-god/names-of-god/sacred-name/

[@mattbaker6854]

God is not a Name. It's an entity. A name is totally different and is only important in a relationship. So Human, what is your name? This command has nothing to do with using a non-name as a loose cuss word at all. Test everything.

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

Hello, Matt. Of course, God isn’t a name. But He has a name. (In fact, He reveals several names for Himself in the Bible.) Those names represent various aspects of His character and power. We believe that to verbally disrespect any of His names breaks the Third Commandment and shows disrespect to God. You may find it helpful to read this article on God’s names: lifehopeandtruth.com/god/who-is-god/names-of-god/.

[@ShuaCigar]

You shall not take the name of Yahweh your God in vain

[@MrPoohman1981]

But God isn’t his name.

[@Thelivingwordthesword]

Those who use gods names as a cover those who murder in Gods name

[@rodneyhurt5791]

God's name is Ya'oh. Period.

[@chrisglover2697]

Show me who you are to use gods name in vain

[@TheTrickstersWife]

VaGodin

[@kimrice6978]

What is Gods name? And do Not reply with “Jesus” because Jesus prayed to God! God is a title, but what is His name???

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

When Moses asked God what His name was, God replied, “I AM WHO I AM.” And He said, “Thus you shall say to the children of Israel, ‘I AM has sent me to you’” (Exodus 3:14). This name expresses God’s eternal existence. He wasn’t created by anyone or anything-He’s the “Self-Existent One,” as this name has been properly understood. Verse 15 refers to God as “The LORD God.” Although LORD and God are the most common references to God in the English Bible, God has many more names usually translated as LORD and God. Some of those names include Elohim, El, El Shaddai, El Elyon, El Olam, YHWH Rapha, YHWH Shalom and many more. For a more complete list of God’s many names and their meanings, see the chart at the bottom of our article lifehopeandtruth.com/god/who-is-god/names-of-god/#6. The names of God are deeply meaningful proclamations of His power, His character and the many things He does for His people. For more on God’s names, see lifehopeandtruth.com/god/who-is-god/names-of-god/sacred-name/ and lifehopeandtruth.com/god/blog/names-have-meaningsespecially-gods/. In the New Testament, Jesus often referred to God as His Father. God reveals Himself throughout the Bible as a loving Father. To learn more about God’s loving nature and His purpose for you, download our free booklet info.lifehopeandtruth.com/god-of-the-bible. Thank you for the opportunity to be of service. Let us know if we can be of further help.

[@tony1685]

@@Lifehopeandtruth do you believe the Holy 7th day Sabbath is a huge point of contention these days as well?

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

@@tony1685 Yes, the seventh-day Sabbath is one of the most neglected commandments, even though it is a wonderful gift from God. You can see the video on the Fourth Commandment and read more about it in our articles in this section of Life, Hope & Truth: lifehopeandtruth.com/bible/10-commandments/sabbath/.

[@tony1685]

@@Lifehopeandtruth i did - excellent work!

[@keithelrod777]

The 3rd Commandment, "Do not take the Lord's Name in vain", has zero to do with cussing. The 3rd Commandment is ALL about being a hypocrite, your outer show does not match your inner flow. It is about saying you are a Christian and not really being one. I have a couple videos about this on my channel if you are interested.

[@nikkijean235]

What ab during sex aka love making?

[@Lifehopeandtruth]

Hello, Nikki. It’s wrong to take God’s name in vain, regardless of the activity you find yourself engaged in.

[@Sumtingwongbruh123]

I should pray then? Lol imagine that. Wouldn't that look unconventional today. Hmmmz

[@justjack4030]

Im an atheist and so ready to use this against him

[@JJ_Jordan0]

Ummmm...... Did you ever accept GOD? Please turn around he LOVES you! That fact that you don't believe in GOD dosen't make him not real! He is VERY real as I have had many prayers answered.......

[@taramocaby1276]

By definition Atheism is the disbelief that there is a God. By your own words of using this against him. If by him you are referring to God, then you are not a true atheist. If you are trying to use something against "him" then you believe that "He" exists. Doesn't mean you worship him, you obviously hate him, but you believe he is real.

[@taramocaby1276]

Sorry, correction, The belief there is NO God.

[@littleantukins4415]

Godammit!

[@littleantukins4415]

Oh my god based

[@loradurling2358]

You do not ask God to damn anything

[@TheTrickstersWife]

VaGODin