Matthew 5:38

“Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:”

"Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:" - Matthew 5:38
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What does Matthew 5:38 mean?

Matthew 5:38 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth." This verse is a direct reference to the Old Testament principle found in Exodus 21:24 and Leviticus 24:20, which prescribes retribution…

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Beyond Retribution: Embracing a Higher Call

In Matthew 5:38, Jesus presents a radical principle that challenges humanity’s deeply ingrained desire for retribution: "Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth." This statement reflects the ancient law of retaliation known as lex…

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A Prayer for Forgiveness and Mercy: Reflecting on Matthew 5:38

Heavenly Father, As I come before You in prayer today, I am reminded of the profound teachings of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. The words of Scripture resonate deeply within my heart, and I reflect on what He taught concerning the way we should respond to offense, as recorded…

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Matthew 5:38 - "¶ Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:"
Matthew 5:38-39 - "You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also."
In the context of Matthew 5:38, draw a picture of Jesus reaching out to Jairus' 12 year old daughter as she wakes up out of a deep sleep. Jesus is wearing first century garments along with a head covering and tassels on the bottom of his robe. Standing close to him are five other Hebrew men and two Hebrew women wearing similar garments. The setting is a room in a first century Jewish home with a bed, candlelight, and a chair.
In the context of Matthew 5:38, draw a picture of Jesus reaching out to Jairus' 12 year old daughter as she wakes up out of a deep sleep. Jesus is wearing first century garments along with a head covering and tassels on the bottom of his robe. Standing close to him are five other Hebrew men and two Hebrew women wearing similar garments. The setting is a room in a first century Jewish home with a bed, candlelight, and a chair.
In the context of Matthew 5:38, draw a picture of Jesus reaching out to Jairus' 12 year old daughter as she wakes up out of a deep sleep. Jesus is wearing first century garments along with a head covering and tassels on the bottom of his robe. Standing close to him are five other Hebrew people wearing similar garments. The setting is a room in a first century Jewish home with a bed, candlelight, and a chair.
"You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also." - Matthew 5:38-39
In the context of Matthew 5:38, draw a picture of Jesus reaching out to Jairus' 12 year old daughter as she wakes up out of a deep sleep. Jesus is wearing first century garments along with a head covering and tassels on the bottom of his robe. Standing close to him are five other Hebrew men and two Hebrew women wearing similar garments. Two of the men are in their early 20's. The setting is a room in a first century Jewish home with a bed, candlelight, and a chair.
In the context of Matthew 5:38, draw a picture of Jesus reaching out to Jairus' 12 year old daughter as she wakes up out of a deep sleep and sits up in the bed. Jesus is wearing first century garments along with a head covering and tassels on the bottom of his robe. Standing close to him are four other Hebrew men, two of which are young men. There are also two Hebrew women wearing similar garments. One of the women are kneeling over the bed. The setting is a room in a first century Jewish home with a bed, candlelight, and a chair.
In the context of Matthew 5:38, draw a picture of Jesus reaching out to Jairus' 12 year old daughter as she wakes up out of a deep sleep and sits up in the bed. Jesus is wearing first century garments along with a head covering and tassels on the bottom of his robe. Standing close to him are four other Hebrew men, two of which are young men. There are also two Hebrew women wearing similar garments. One of the women are kneeling over the bed. The setting is a room in a first century Jewish home with a bed, candlelight, and a chair.
In the context of Matthew 5:38, draw a picture of Jesus reaching out to Jairus' 12 year old daughter as she wakes up out of a deep sleep and sits up in the bed. Jesus is wearing first century garments along with a head covering and tassels on the bottom of his robe. Standing close to him are four other Hebrew men, two of which are young men. There are also two Hebrew women wearing similar garments. One of the women are kneeling over the bed. The setting is a room in a first century Jewish home with a bed, candlelight, and a chair.
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Matthew 22:38 - "This is the first and great commandment."
Matthew 9:37-38
Matthew 23:38 - "Behold, your house is left unto you desolate."
"This is the first and great commandment." - Matthew 22:38
Matthew 15:38 - "And they that did eat were four thousand men, beside women and children."
Matthew 10:38 - "And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me."
Matthew 27:38 - "Then were there two thieves crucified with him, one on the right hand, and another on the left."
Matthew 25:38 - "When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee?"
Matthew 13:38 - "The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one;"
Matthew 9:38 - "Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest."
Matthew 12:38 - "¶ Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee."
Psalms 38:5 - "My wounds stink and are corrupt because of my foolishness."
Ezekiel 38:5 - "Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya with them; all of them with shield and helmet:"
Luke 5:38 - "But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved."
Matthew 24:38 - "For as in the days that were before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark,"
Matthew 26:38 - "Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: tarry ye here, and watch with me."