Thou Shall Not Begeth Borrow Or Stealeth
Earn It Or Leave It
The commandment reads plainly: three shortcuts got named and all three got ruled out.
This phrase claims principled resolve as the standard, honestly, earning it was always going to be the only way that counted.
It's a claim made with principled resolve, for anyone who earns everything and asks for nothing.
the USA
3–5 Days
in 24hrs
- Gildan 18000 — 50% cotton, 50% polyester
- Knit in one piece, no side seams
- OEKO-TEX certified dyes
- DTF/DTG printed
- Sizes S — 3X
- Machine wash cold
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Tumble dry low
- Do not iron
- Do not dry clean
Print-on-demand — made to order. Ships in 3–5 business days. All sales final. Defective items replaced free within 30 days of delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'Thou Shall Not Begeth Borrow Or Stealeth' mean?
A King James-style commandment against begging, borrowing, or stealing, demanding everything gets earned honestly.
Who is this sweatshirt for?
For anyone who earns everything and asks for nothing.
How do I style this sweatshirt?
Pair it with straight-leg denim and boots for a solid everyday fit that carries weight without trying too hard.
Is this based on real slang?
Our copy is grounded in real vernacular history, drawn from OG Randy's 'Street Talk: Da Official Guide To Hip-Hop and Urban Slanguage,' so every phrase carries authentic roots.
Would this make a good gift?
A principled, self-made gift for anyone who built it honestly.
Every Statement Has a Cultural Source
Street Talk Designs is the only statement brand backed by its own hip-hop dictionary. OG Randy, born and raised in Brooklyn NY, spent 15 years documenting the real language of the culture — every phrase, every expression, every declaration the streets created. Every design in this store is rooted in that same tradition.
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