THE LAW ON PROFANITY. 7

 

“Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in

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vain, for the Lord will nat hold him guiltless tae
taketh his name in vain.” — EX. XX: 7.

Whose name should never be taken in vain?
The name of the Lord God. .

What was done to a man who was profane?
He was stoned to death.

Who commanded it to be done ?

- The Lord himself.

What does this teach us about the sin of swearing? |
That it is a very great sin.
Why are not men stoned to death for profanity now ?
Because Jesus has come to save from sin.

Who was forgiven after he had been profane?

Simon Peter.

Why was he forgiven ?

Because he was deeply penitent.

How may we be forgiven for any sin?

By repentance and prayer. .
LEVITICUS, 24. —