Catechesis #28 - The 10 Commandments: The 6th Commandment - Thou Shalt Not Murder

Catechesis #28 - The 10 Commandments: The 6th Commandment - Thou Shalt Not Murder

From Mining The Mysteries: A Catechetical Podcast by Anglican Province of America

March 3, 2026 · 55 min · Season 4

About this episode

Father Miller and Stu discuss the Sixth Commandment, exploring the deeper implications of murder and the call to reconciliation in Christ.

In this episode, Father Miller and Stu examine the Sixth Commandment, "Thou shalt not Murder," looking past the outward act to the interior state of the soul. By exploring the narratives of Cain, Lamech, and King David, they discuss how envy and selfishness serve as the root of violence. The conversation centers on the fulfillment of the law in Christ, who calls us to move beyond mere legalism toward a life of reconciliation, tenderheartedness, and the pastoral care of our neighbors. For further study on the historical witness of the Church regarding the sanctity of life, please see this resource: https://www.ncregister.com/news/abortion-contraception-and-the-church-fathers

People in this episode

Host: Father Miller

Guest: Stu

Topics covered

  • Sixth Commandment
  • sanctity of life
  • violence
  • envy
  • selfishness
  • reconciliation
  • pastoral care

Keywords

  • 10 Commandments
  • murder
  • Cain
  • Lamech
  • King David
  • violence
  • envy
  • selfishness
  • reconciliation
  • pastoral care

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Church, ncregister

Books & works: The 10 Commandments

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