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Matthew 5

Matthew 5:27

Adultery · Matthew 5:27–30
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Translations

Modern
You have heard that it was said, ‘Do not commit adultery.’
Traditional
Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:
Literal
You heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’
Latin
Audistis quia dictum est antiquis: Non mœchaberis.

Original

Greek
English
You have heard that it was said, ‘Do not commit adultery.’

Notes

Matthew 5:27–30

The righteousness of Jesus exposes sin beyond only outward actions. He shows the true purpose of the law.

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

Leviticus 18:1–30

Glossary

Adultery Biblical Concept of Law Commandments, the Ten Descent into Hell Discipline Gospel of Matthew Heal, Healing Hell Jesus Christ Jesus Christ, Teachings of Moses Place of the Dead Reward Sea of Galilee Topheth

Topics

Adulterers Adultery: Forbidden An Adultress Commandments: Precepts of Jesus--Explicitly Stated, or Implied in Didactic Discourse Continence: General Scriptures Concerning Impure Thoughts Instruction in Religion Judaism: The Religion of the Jews: To Make Room for the Gospel Law: Temporary Quotations and Allusions in the New Testament From, and To, the Old Testament Religion: True