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Matthew 5:38-40
New Matthew Bible
Matthew 5:38-40
New Matthew Bible
38 You have heard how it is said, An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth. 39 But I say to you, do not resist wrong. But whosoever gives you a blow on your right cheek, turn to him the other. 40 And if any man would sue you at law and take away your coat, let him have your cloak also.
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Matthew 5:38-40
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Matthew 5:38-40
New International Version
Eye for Eye
38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’[a](A) 39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also.(B) 40 And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well.
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- Matthew 5:38 Exodus 21:24; Lev. 24:20; Deut. 19:21
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