Commandment: meaning, definitions and examples

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commandment

 

[ kษ™หˆmรฆndmษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious law

A commandment is a divine rule or order that is intended to be followed by individuals or groups. Commandments often provide moral guidance and are associated with religious texts, such as the Ten Commandments in the Bible. They can cover various aspects of life, including ethics, behaviors, and responsibilities. In many traditions, breaking a commandment is regarded as a serious offense, while adhering to them is seen as a path to righteousness.

Synonyms

directive, law, precept, rule

Examples of usage

  • The Ten Commandments form a key part of Judeo-Christian ethics.
  • Many cultures have their own set of commandments for moral conduct.
  • Following the commandments is crucial for spiritual growth.
  • He struggled to adhere to the commandments of his faith.

Translations

Translations of the word "commandment" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mandamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคœเฅเคžเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gebot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perintah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะบะฐะท

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przykazanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆˆ’ๅพ‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท commandement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mandamiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท buyruk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ„๋ช…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุตูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™ikรกzรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prikรกzanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏซๅ‘ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zapoved

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ boรฐun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑะนั€ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒแƒงแƒแƒคแƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™mr

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mandamiento

Etymology

The term 'commandment' originates from the Latin word 'mandatum', which means 'an order or command'. This Latin term is derived from the verb 'mandare', meaning 'to order' or 'to entrust'. In religious contexts, especially in Judaism and Christianity, the word is prominently associated with the commandments given by God, particularly the Ten Commandments received by Moses on Mount Sinai. These commandments have played a significant role in shaping moral and ethical conduct within these religious traditions. Over time, the concept of commandments has expanded beyond religious texts to encompass fundamental principles and guidelines for behavior in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,978, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.