Matthew 7:12

Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Matthew 7:12

BSB

In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets.

AKJV

Therefore all things whatever you would that men should do to you, do you even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.

CPDV

Therefore, all things whatsoever that you wish that men would do to you, do so also to them. For this is the law and the prophets.

ERV

All things therefore whatsoever ye would that men should do unto you, even so do ye also unto them: for this is the law and the prophets.

NHEB

Therefore whatever you desire for people to do to you, so also you should do to them; for this is the Law and the Prophets.

SMT

Therefore all whatever ye would that men should do to you, so also do ye to them; for this is the law and the prophets.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Matthew 7:12

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Commentary for Matthew 7:12

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Matthew 7:12

Summary

Reciprocal treatment embodies scriptural principle

Event

Jesus states Golden Rule

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD