Number Four

Thou shalt fear the Lord thy God.  Deuteronomy 6:13  KJV Fear – According to Rambam’s list of the 613 commandments, this is number four.  “By this injunction we are commanded to believe in the fear and awe of God (exalted be He), and not to be at ease and self-confident but to expect His punishment…

Verbs of the Covenant

“You shall fear only the LORD your God; and you shall worship Him and swear by His name.” Deuteronomy 6:13 Worship – Would it surprise you to know that the word translated “worship” in this verse comes from the language of slaves? The word avadh is associated with compulsory labor and work, typically by slaves….