The Eighth Commandment

What is the primary focus of the Eighth Commandment?

• Keeping peaceful relationships with our neighbors.

• Respecting the honor and good name of others.

• Avoiding physical harm.

• Maintaining personal secrets.

According to the text, lying separates us from:

• Our possessions.

• God and others.

• Our responsibilities.

• Our freedom of speech.

Jesus described the truth as:

• A personal opinion.

• The fundamental purpose of His saving mission.

• A negotiable concept.

• A sign of love.

What should our relationships with others be based on?

• Strategic advantage.

• Sincerity and truth.

• Material gain.

• Superficial appearances.

What is the result of sinning against the truth?

• Increased popularity.

• Weakened community relationships.

• Personal enrichment.

• Enhanced social status.

What is 'truthfulness' defined as in the text?

• The ability to tell believable stories.

• Speaking and acting according to reality.

• Avoiding difficult conversations.

• Maintaining a facade.

What does the Eighth Commandment teach us about other people's privacy?

• It's irrelevant.

• It should be respected.

• It can be violated for personal gain.

• It's a sign of weakness.

Lying is described as:

• A harmless form of communication.

• The misrepresentation of the truth.

• Distortion of facts by keeping silent.

• Doing actions that conceal the truth.

What is a crucial aspect of repairing harm caused by lying?

• Ignoring the consequences.

• Restoring the reputations of those harmed.

• Blaming others for the situation.

• Keeping the truth hidden.

What did Jesus say would happen if we remain in his word?

• We will become wealthy.

• We will know the truth and it will set us free.

• We will become powerful.

• We will be able to control others.