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Matthew 5:39
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But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
About Matthew 5:39
Matthew 5:39 from Matthew speaks directly to Non-Violence in the Bible, What the Bible Says About Pacifism, and What the Bible Says About Retaliation, offering wisdom drawn from the New Testament tradition. This passage in the gospel literature of Scripture is widely cherished by students and teachers alike.
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“But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;”
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“Then said Jesus unto him, Put up again thy sword into his place: for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword.”
- Romans 12:17
“Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.”
- Romans 12:19
“Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.”
- Romans 12:21
“Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. ”
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How to Apply Matthew 5:39
Study Matthew 5:39 in context by reading the surrounding passage in Matthew. Identify one person in your life who might be encouraged by this verse on the theme of Non-Violence in the Bible. Share it with them and open a conversation rooted in Scripture — sometimes the most practical application is passing the Word along.