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Ten Commandments
Memory Pegs





Memory pegs are unusual pictures or images used to help a person remember things. These memory pegs will help the children to remember the Ten Commandments.

(The King James Version is in red and the New International Version is in blue.)


You have permission to print copies of the color posters
or the black and white 10 Commandment posters for your children to color.
We only ask that you not print them to sell for profit.


Thou shalt have no other gods before me
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Thou shalt have no other gods before me

You shall have no other gods before me.

God must have first place in our lives. Some people make money their god, and some put fame or entertainment ahead of the one true God.

Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image.
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Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image.

You shall not make for yourselves an idol.

The 2 is bowing down as if to an idol. This causes us to remember that commandment two forbids idol worship.

Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.
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Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.

You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God.

We see an angry 3 saying inappropriate words. A simple "yes" or "no" is sufficient. God's name must be spoken with reverence.

Remember the sabbath day to keep it holy.
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Remember the sabbath day to keep it holy.

Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.

The temple is shown by the 4. The Jewish people worshiped in the the temple or the synagogue, and they did no work on the sabbath day.

Honour thy father and thy mother.
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Honour thy father and thy mother.

Honor your father and your mother.

The 5 has a crown on it. Parents are held in high esteem when their children honor them as God directs.

Thou shalt not kill.
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Thou shalt not kill

You shall not murder.

The 6 shows what happens when people resort to violence to settle their conflicts. God wants us to settle our differences in a peaceful manner.

Thou shalt not commit adultery
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Thou shalt not commit adultery.

You shall not commit adultery.

We see a man and his family. He is not to also have a girlfriend with whom he betrays the love of his wife. An X has been placed on the "other woman" beside the 7.

Thou shalt not steal.
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Thou shalt not steal.

You shall not steal.

God wants us to respect the rights of others. We must not take money or anything else that does not belong to us.

Thou shalt not bear false testimony against thy neighbor.
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Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor.

You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.

The wagging tongue on the 9 is telling lies about his neighbor. God wants us to always speak the truth to one another.

Thou shalt not covet.
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Thou shalt not covet.

You shall not covet.

We must not want what others have. The 10 reminds us that a person must not always be thinking of "ME", but must learn to think of the welfare of others.

Music notes

Song: The Ten Commandments


The Ten Commandments Bible Story





Jesus when asked about the greatest commandment said:

LOVE GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART

LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF



If you love God with all your heart:

You will place Him above other things.
You will worship Him only.
You will use his name in a reverent way and not say it lightly.
You will reserve a time to worship Him.

If you love others as yourself:

You will love and respect your parents.
You will never intentionally harm another person.
A husband or wife will be true to a spouse.
You will observe the property rights of others and not take anything that does not belong to you.
You will speak the truth about others and not say hurtful things about them.
You will be content with what you have and not be wanting what others have.



I have used these memory pegs for about 15 years to teach children the Ten Commandments. They are not original with me. I would like to hear from the person who created them, so that I can give credit where credit is due. If you are the originator of this set, let me know. If you have a set for sale, I will remove the masters from this site and send people to you to buy a set.










82518: K10C: Board Game K10C: Board Game
By George Taweel & Rob Loos / Tyndale House

K10C video fans are sure to enjoy this fast-paced, adventure-filled game. Situational questions and answers help your kids gain an understanding of the real meaning behind God's rules. Features two playing levels---one for young beginners, another for older kids and adults. Who will be first to collect all the commandments from Moses? Two to five players.

424453: Hand Commands: The Ten Commandments for Little Ones Hand Commands: The Ten Commandments for Little Ones
By Ann Dunagan / Kregel Publications

In this adorable book, children and adults alike can learn hand motions to go along with each of the Ten Commandments. It's an interactive and fun way for parents and teachers to help little ones discover the Ten Commandments using simple hand motions they will remember. Recommended for ages 5 and under.

1441196: Bible Memory Games Bible Memory Games
By David C. Cook

This book of games is designed to help teachers teach any Bible memory verse. Games include circle games, movement games, craft games, use of puppets, puzzles, and many more fun, easy-to-teach activities. Supplies and directions are provided for each individual game. Most use simple items that are readily available. Recommended for ages 6 to 12.

36312: Ten Commandments Card Game Ten Commandments Card Game
By Cook Communications

Do you want your children to really learn the Ten Commandments---not simply memorize them? Here are 100 questions and answers to help kids gain a deeper understanding of biblical principles. Some questions are specific, while others require thoughtful consideration of God's laws: "John cared about money more than anything else. What commandment did he break?" Fun for all ages!



A web site featuring free 10 Commandments Magnets and Posters to be used by churches and schools


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2010-01-22
Thanks for the resources!! To correct the mistatement about Catholics changing God's commandments, please compare Deut. 5:6-22 (also in Exodus) with the 10 commandments listed in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (free on-line) and you will see they are EXACTLY the same and quotes the Bible. The difference is in numbering. Note that Luther's Catechism numbers the 10 Commandments the same as Catholics. Then, the question is when and who started changing the numbers? Hmmmm.
Michele (Fleming_michele_AT_hotmail_DOT_com)
2010-01-06
WOW! Bonnie, it's a scary thing when people go about trying to change God's law! Not sure where the Catholics think they got that authority from. You might want to teach your children the commandments the way God wrote them with His own finger in stone.
2009-11-16
the thou shall not kill is good because murdering is bad and when you get caught you are throwing your life away
beth (bethany_DOT_bensley_AT_havelockacdemy_DOT_com)

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