Q.133. What reason is added to the fifth commandment emphasizing how important it is to obey it?

A. The reason added to the fifth commandment is in these words: so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.[1] These words expressly promise long life and prosperity to all who keep this commandment, if these glorify God and are for their good.[2]

1	Exodus 20:12	dummy text
2	Deuteronomy 5:16	dummy text
	1 Kings 8:25	dummy text
	Ephesians 6:2-3	dummy text