Matthew 5:39

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.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 5:39

BSB
But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also;
AKJV
But I say to you, That you resist not evil: but whoever shall smite you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also.
CPDV
But I say to you, do not resist one who is evil, but if anyone will have struck you on your right cheek, offer to him the other also.
ERV
but I say unto you, Resist not him that is evil: but whosoever smiteth thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
NHEB
But I tell you, do not set yourself against the one who is evil. But whoever strikes you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also.
SMT
But I say to you, not to resist evil: but whosoever shall smite thee with a rod upon thy right cheek, turn to him also the other.

Commentary for Matthew 5:39

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 5:39
Summary
Do not resist evil with violence or retaliation
Event
Jesus teaches peaceful response
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching