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Adventistische Schriften über: "Why does the modern Adventist Church uphold “You shall not kill” when, in context, it should read “You shall not murder”? There is clearly a difference."
Answer
The provided documents contain no clear statement or explanation of the difference between the formulations “You shall not kill” and “You shall not murder” in the context of the tenth commandment. The quotations address God’s law, sanctification, and duties toward the government in general, but do not discuss the specific linguistic or theological nuance you raise.
No relevant quotation for the specific question
»It is easy to see that this scripture is but an exposition of Christ’s words, “Render therefore unto Cesar the things which are Cesar’s.” ... For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet...«
The only quotation that mentions the commandment simply quotes it in the standard wording “Thou shalt not kill” as part of a list, without discussing a distinction between “kill” and “murder.” The other quotations deal with God’s law in general, but not with this specific question of translation. Therefore, the available sources do not provide an answer to your question.
Original Sources (English)
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