Matthew 5:39
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King James Version (modern wording)
But I say unto you, That all of you resist not evil: but whosoever shall strike you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Matthew 5:39 (KJV)
American Standard Version
but I say unto you, Resist not him that is evil: but whosoever smiteth thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Matthew 5:39 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also;
Matthew 5:39 (BSB)
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What does Matthew 5:39 say?
Matthew 5:39 in modern King James wording reads: "But I say unto you, That all of you resist not evil: but whosoever shall strike you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also."
Where is Matthew 5:39 found in the Bible?
Matthew 5:39 is verse 39 of chapter 5 of the book of Matthew, in the New Testament. Matthew has 28 chapters.
Which translations of Matthew 5:39 can I read here?
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