1. Lévitique 19:3 (NEG79)
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What is the command towards one’s parents?

Lévitique 19:3 (NEG79)

3 Chacun de vous respectera sa mère et son père, et observera mes sabbats. Je suis l'Eternel, votre Dieu.

The Hebrews are called to revere (yr’) their parents. The term revere is commonly translated as fear. The word bears the sense of awe that leads to obedience. The Hebrews were to recognize their parents’ God-given position and submit to their authority. Through them, children learn what God is like and what he requires.