Q 126 What is the general scope of the fifth commandment?

A.
The general scope of the fifth commandment is, the performance of those duties which we mutually owe in our several relations, as inferiors, superiors, or equals.[657]

[657] Ephesians 5:21. Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.

1 Peter 2:17. Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.

Romans 12:10. Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another.