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title: "Question 133: What is the reason annexed to the fifth commandment, the more to enforce it? | Westminster Larger Catechism"
description: "Westminster Larger Catechism, question 133: What is the reason annexed to the fifth commandment, the more to enforce it? The reason annexed to the fifth commandment in these words, “that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God g"
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# Question 133: What is the reason annexed to the fifth commandment, the more to enforce it? | Westminster Larger Catechism

The reason annexed to the fifth commandment in these words, “that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee,” is an express promise of long life and prosperity, as far as it shall serve for God’s glory and their own good, to all such as keep this commandment.

Scripture proofs: Ex. 20:12; Deut. 5:16; 1 Kings 8:25; Eph. 6:2-3.

Original source: [2026 RPCNA Constitution](https://ctkrp.org/assets/rpcna-constitution-2026.pdf#page=141)

## Related reading

- [Question 132](https://ctkrp.org/larger-catechism/question-132-what-are-the-sins-of-equals/)
- [Question 134](https://ctkrp.org/larger-catechism/question-134-which-is-the-sixth-commandment/)

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