Matthew 5:38-39 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

³⁸You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye and tooth for tooth.’

³⁹But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also;

— Matthew 5:38-39

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