1689 London Baptist Confession

Keech's Catchism

Benjamin Keech was a signer of the 1689 London Baptist Confession

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Q 74: What is required in the sixth commandment?

Answer: The sixth commandment requires all lawful endeavors to preserve our own life and the life of others.

• Ephesians 5:29–30, Psalm 82:3–4, Proverbs 24:11–12, Acts 16:28

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Q 75: What is forbidden in the sixth commandment?

Answer: The sixth commandment forbids the taking away our own life, or the life of our neighbor unjustly, or whatsoever tends thereto.

• Genesis 4:10–11, Genesis 9:6, Matthew 5:21–26