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Matthew 5

Matthew 5:21

Anger and Reconciliation · Matthew 5:21–26
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Translations

Modern
You have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not murder’ and ‘Anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’
Traditional
Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment:
Literal
You heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘You shall not murder,’ and, ‘Whoever may murder will be liable to the judgment.’
Latin
Audistis quia dictum est antiquis: Non occides: qui autem occiderit, reus erit judicio.

Original

Greek
English
You have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not murder’ and ‘Anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’

Notes

Matthew 5:21

it was said to the ancients: The expression refers to the traditional interpretation of the teachers of religious law and Pharisees. Their traditions did not allow murder, but they did allow hatred. The righteous way of life required by Jesus surpasses this attitude. It demands people to live in peace with each other (Matthew 5:23–24). It is not enough to only avoid committing murder (5:22).

Matthew 5:21–47

You have heard … But I tell you: Jesus contrasts his teachings to six misunderstandings of the law. Each example shows the surpassing righteousness of Jesus. Jesus reveals God's will, which contrasts with human traditions.

Theme notes and profiles

Moses Biblical Law Faith and Good Deeds

Events

Parallels

Luke 12:57–59

Glossary

Biblical Concept of Law Commandments, the Ten Discipline Gospel of Matthew Heal, Healing Jesus Christ Jesus Christ, Teachings of Moses Reward Sea of Galilee

Topics

10 Commandments Domestic Violence Homicide: Felonious, or Murder Instruction in Religion Judaism: The Religion of the Jews: To Make Room for the Gospel Killing Law: Temporary Murder: Explained by Christ Quotations and Allusions in the New Testament From, and To, the Old Testament Religion: True Sibling Rivalry Spite The Sanctity of Life Thou Shalt Not Kill