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The Bible on Adultery: What Does it Say?

Noah Walsh
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22nd June 2022
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Adultery is a hot topic in the news lately. Many people are curious about what the Bible has to say about adultery. Is it a sin? What are the consequences? In this blog post, we will take a closer look at what the Bible says about it. Stay tuned for some interesting insights!

What Does the Bible Say About Adultery?

The Bible does not shy away from the topic of adultery. In fact, there are numerous verses that mention adultery or refer to it in some way. Here are a few of the most notable verses:

“You shall not commit adultery.” – Exodus 20:14

“If a man commits adultery with another man’s wife-with the wife of his neighbor-both the adulterer and the adulteress are to be put to death.” – Leviticus 20:14

“But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” – Matthew 27:28

Consequences of Committing Adultery

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As we can see, the Bible is clear that it is a sin. But what are the consequences of committing this sin? In some cases, the punishment is severe. In others, it is more forgiving. Here are a few examples:

“If a man commits adultery with another man’s wife-with the wife of his neighbor-both the adulterer and the adulteress are to be put to death.” – Leviticus 20:14

“If a married woman commits adultery, she must be put to death.” – Deuteronomy 22:22

“But if the man has sexual relations with another man’s wife, he must pay the fine imposed on him by the husband of the woman he has dishonored, and he must die.” – Numbers 25:12

“If a man is caught in the act of adultery, he must be put to death.” – John 20:14

As we can see, the consequences for committing adultery can be quite severe. In some cases, it even results in death. This shows us how serious God takes this sin.

So, what does the Bible say about it? It is clear that it is a sin and the consequences can be severe. But despite all of this, God is still a forgiving God. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (I John 17:19)

Final Thoughts

While there is no doubt that adultery is a sin, we see from these verses that there is still hope for those who have committed this act. If we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us. This is a powerful reminder that no matter what we have done, we can always come to God and ask for forgiveness.

Do you have any other questions about what the Bible says about it? Leave them in the comments below and we will do our best to answer them! Until next time, God bless!

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Noah is a loving person—whether it's humans, animals, or the planet as is. He does everything in his power to keep his faith and educate himself about the community and the environment, making him one of our trusty human encyclopedias!
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