Matthew 5:28

Translations

Modern

But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.

Traditional

But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

Literal

But I say to you that everyone looking at a woman in order to desire her already committed adultery with her in his heart.

Latin

Ego autem dico vobis: quia omnis qui viderit mulierem ad concupiscendum eam, jam mœchatus est eam in corde suo.

Original

Greek

English

But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.

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 “I Am” Sayings of Jesus Biblical Law Faith and Good Deeds

Events

Sermon on the Mountc. AD 28

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