Matthew 5:38
Love for Enemies
38 Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:
Other Translations of Matthew 5:38
New International Version
Love for Enemies
38 "You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.'
English Standard Version
Love for Enemies
38 "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.'
The Message
Love for Enemies
38 "Here's another old saying that deserves a second look: 'Eye for eye, tooth for tooth.'
New King James Version
Love for Enemies
38 "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.'
New Living Translation
Love for Enemies
38 "You have heard the law that says the punishment must match the injury: 'An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.'
The King James Version is in the public domain.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Matthew 5:38