Matthew 5:39–44

39 But I tell you, don’t resistD an evildoer. On the contrary, if anyone slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also.l 40 As for the one who wants to sue you and take away your shirt, let him have your coat as well. 41 And if anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two. 42 Give to the one who asks you, and don’t turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.m

LOVE YOUR ENEMIES

43 “You have heard that it was said, Love your neighborE,n and hate your enemy. 44 But I tell you, love your enemiesF and pray for those whoG persecute you,o

D	Or don’t set yourself against, or don’t retaliate against
l	Lk 6:29–30 Ro 12:17 1 Co 6:7 1 Pe 3:9
m	Dt 15:8 Lk 6:34
E	Le 19:18
n	Le 19:18 Dt 23:6 Lk 10:29
F	Other mss add bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you,
G	Other mss add mistreat you and
o	Lk 6:27 Lk 23:34 Ac 7:60 Ro 12:20 1 Co 4:12 1 Pe 2:23