The first prohibition is that we are forbidden from entertaining the thought that there is any deity other than G‑d.
This mitzvah forbids acknowledging or imagining the existence of any power besides Hashem. It is not only a prohibition against idol worship in action, but also against entertaining thoughts of polytheism or attributing independent authority to any other being. This command preserves the foundation of monotheism and directs the heart and mind to the exclusive sovereignty of Hashem.
Commentary & Classical Explanation:
An exclusive badge for the Ten Commandments - עשרת הדיברות given at Sinai: to know and recognize G-d. These commandments form the foundation of all others and reflects the moment of direct Divine revelation.
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