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Know
the 10
Do you know all Ten Commandments by heart? It's easier than you think! Pastor Mark shares a simple and fun way to memorize God's commands using just your ten fingers. Whether you're teaching your kids, learning as a family, or refreshing your own memory, this approach is perfect for all ages.
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10 commandments · 10 fingers
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Ten commandments. Ten fingers. One easy way to remember.
Hold up your hands and learn along with the video. Then see how quickly you can say all ten on your own!
Hold up your hands
The Ten on your fingers
Count up from one to ten. Each number gets its own motion, so your hands remember the order for you.
Loving God
Commandments 1–4
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You shall have no other gods before me.
The motionHold up one finger. There's only one God.
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You shall not make an idol.
The motionHold up two fingers. This finger doesn't look like that one. It's a false image.
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You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.
The motionPut three fingers over your mouth as a warning not to take God's name in vain.
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Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.
The motionHold up four fingers and lay them in your other hand to rest.
Loving our neighbor
Commandments 5–10
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Honor your father and your mother.
The motionHold up all five fingers and give a salute.
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You shall not murder.
The motionTake one finger from your other hand and point it at the open hand, as if aiming.
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You shall not commit adultery.
The motionOne man and one woman: God designed marriage to bring them together as one flesh, and we protect it.
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You shall not steal.
The motionHold up eight fingers and pull, like you're taking something.
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You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.
The motionHold up your fingers with one being talked about by all the others.
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You shall not covet.
The motionWave all ten fingers toward yourself: "Gimme, gimme, gimme!"
Find them in Exodus 20:1–17 and Deuteronomy 5:6–21.
Good questions
Frequently asked
What is the easiest way to learn the 10 Commandments?
The "Know the 10" method is the easiest way because it uses kinesthetic learning. By linking each commandment to a specific hand gesture, you engage your physical memory, making the sequence much easier to recall than simple rote memorization.
How long does it take to memorize the 10 Commandments?
Using our visualization and hand-signal technique, most people can learn the basic order and summary of the 10 Commandments in under two minutes. Full mastery usually comes after practicing the signals 3–5 times.
In what order are the 10 Commandments listed?
The Commandments are found in Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5. They begin with our duty toward God (Commandments 1–4) and follow with our duty toward our neighbor (Commandments 5–10).
Why should I memorize the 10 Commandments?
Memorizing the Decalogue provides a "moral compass" for daily life. In the Reformed tradition, we view the Law as a mirror that shows us our need for Christ and a rule for grateful Christian living.
Keep going
Learning the 10 is just the beginning.
"Know the 10" helps you remember God's commands. Now see how they shape our lives.
Who else should know the 10?
Send this to a friend, a grandkid, or your small group, and challenge them to learn all ten.