Matthew 5:36
“Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black.”
What does Matthew 5:36 mean?
In Matthew 5:36, Jesus admonishes his followers to not swear by their head because they cannot make one hair white or black. This verse is part of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in which he delivers a series of teachings on various topics, including the law, anger, adultery, love…
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In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus imparts profound wisdom, guiding us towards a life of integrity and sincerity. In Matthew 5:36, He states, "Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black." This statement encourages us to reflect on…
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O Gracious and Loving Father, We come before You today with hearts full of gratitude and reverence, seeking Your divine presence in our lives. We are reminded of the teaching found in Matthew 5:36, where You impart wisdom through the words of Christ, saying: "Neither shalt thou…
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