Jesus is referring to the sixth commandment (Exodus 20:13; Deuteronomy 5:17), 1 the unlawful taking of human life. In his teaching, he will make it clear that murder is not only about the shedding of blood but includes the attitudes and desires of the heart. 2 He will challenge the view that wicked thoughts can be tolerated as long as they are not acted upon. 3
21 Vous avez entendu qu'il a été dit aux anciens: Tu ne tueras point; celui qui tuera est passible de jugement.