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# command, to command, commandment #
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## Definition: ##
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The term "to command" means to order someone to do something. A "command" or "commandment" is what the person was ordered to do.
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* Although these terms have basically the same meaning, "commandment" often refers to certain commands of God which are more formal and permanent, such as the "Ten Commandments."
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* A command can be positive ("Honor your parents") or negative ("Do not steal").
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* To "take command" means to "take control" or "take charge" of something or someone.
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## Translation Suggestions ##
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* It is best to translate this term differently from the term, "law." Also compare with the definitions of "decree" and "statute."
* Some translators may prefer to translate "command" and "commandment" with the same word in their language.
* Others may prefer to use a special word for commandment that refers to lasting, formal commands that God has made.
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## Bible References: ##
* [Luke 01:5-7 ](en/tn/luk/help/01/05 )
* [Matthew 01:24-25 ](en/tn/mat/help/01/24 )
* [Matthew 22:37-38 ](en/tn/mat/help/22/37 )
* [Matthew 28:20 ](en/tn/mat/help/28/20 )
* [Numbers 01:17-19 ](en/tn/num/help/01/17 )
* [Romans 07:7-8 ](en/tn/rom/help/07/07 )
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