Catechism for Young Children · Question 100 of 145
What does the ninth commandment teach us?
A.To tell the truth.
What does this answer mean?
The ninth commandment teaches us to tell the truth. A four-word answer that applies all day long. It is a good answer to repeat gently when a child is tempted to lie. Honest words build trust in a family. Telling the truth when it is hard is a brave thing to do.
What can we ask our children?
- What does the ninth commandment teach us?
- Why is lying wrong?
- Is it hard to tell the truth when you have done something wrong?
Can I print this question?
Yes. Every printable here is free for home, church and co-op use. Press Print on any of these pages for a clean sheet.
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Text: Catechism for Young Children: Being an Introduction to the Shorter Catechism, Presbyterian Board of Publication (copyright entered 1840). Public domain (1840).
Checked against a second edition on November 15, 2026. Explanation and questions by Household Theology Press. Last updated November 15, 2026.