godsאֱלֹהִים
elohim · Hebrew Noun
A reference to any deity, power, or object of worship that competes with the exclusive devotion owed to the true God. The command prohibits acknowledging or elevating any other entity to the status of a god.
carved imageפֶּסֶל
pesel · Hebrew Noun
An idol or physical representation intended to represent God or a divine being. The prohibition prevents the attempt to contain, manipulate, or localize the presence of the infinite God through created materials.
jealousקַנָּא
qanna · Hebrew Adjective
A state of emotional intensity regarding a covenantal relationship; when applied to God, it signifies His righteous zeal for His own honor and His demand for exclusive loyalty from His people. It is an expression of His protective, holy love.
iniquityעָוֹן
avon · Hebrew Noun
A moral wrong, perversity, or guilt resulting from conscious violation of God's law. It carries the weight of both the act and the resulting consequence or punishment that requires divine justice.
bow downשָׁחָה
shachah · Hebrew Verb
To bow down in a physical act of submission or worship; it implies total surrender, humility, and recognition of the authority and deity of the one being worshipped.
serveעָבַד
abad · Hebrew Verb
To labor, work, or perform acts of religious devotion. In a theological sense, it describes the totality of service and allegiance offered to God (or an idol) as one's master.
steadfast loveחֶסֶד
chesed · Hebrew Noun
A covenant-keeping, faithful, and loyal love, often associated with God’s commitment to His people, implying reliability and grace.
commandmentsמִצְוָה
mitsvah · Hebrew Noun
A divine charge or instruction given by God to His people to guide their behavior and reflect His holiness, rooted in His authority as Creator and Redeemer.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Noun
The proper name of the God of Israel, YHWH, revealing His self-existence, eternity, and covenant relationship with His people.
in vainשָׁוְא
shav' · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
Empty, worthless, or deceitful; in a religious context, it refers to using God’s name in a way that lacks reverence, sincerity, or purpose, essentially stripping it of its holiness.
hold guiltlessנָקָה
naqah · Hebrew Verb
To cause to be clear of guilt or punishment; the refusal of God to excuse or leave unpunished those who violate His commands.
Rememberזָכַר
zakar · Hebrew Verb
To call to mind, keep in awareness, or take action based on remembrance; it implies not just passive thought but active obedience or observance.
Sabbathשַׁבָּת
shabbat · Hebrew Noun
The seventh day of the week, set apart by God for rest and worship, commemorating His completion of creation and His deliverance of His people.
holyקָדַשׁ
qadash · Hebrew Adjective
Dedicated to God; set apart for a specific, sacred purpose; manifesting the character of God, who is inherently separate from the common or profane.
