Matthew 5:39

First Nations Version

But I tell you, do not fight back. Violence will not be defeated by more of the same. If someone strikes the right side of your face, turn to him the other side also.

Cross References

1 Thessalonians 5:15

Make sure no one gives back to anyone evil for evil. Instead, seek to walk in a good way with each other and with all people.

1 Peter 3:9

Never return evil for evil or insult for insult. Instead, speak words of blessing over each other, for you were chosen to share together in Creator’s blessings.

1 Corinthians 6:7

When this happens, you have already lost everything! Why not let yourselves be wronged or cheated?

James 5:6

You have falsely accused and put to death the innocent, who did not even try to stand against you.

Hebrews 12:4

For in your struggle against bad hearts and broken ways you have not yet had to face your own blood being shed.

Luke 22:64

They put a blindfold over his eyes. “Prophesy to us! Tell us who struck you!”

Matthew 5:40

If someone takes you to the tribal council for your shirt, give him your vest also.

Luke 6:7

The scroll keepers and the Separated Ones (Pharisees) kept a close eye on Creator Sets Free (Jesus) to see whether he would heal the man, so they could accuse him of not honoring the Day of Resting.

John 18:23

Creator Sets Free (Jesus) answered him back, “If I have spoken wrongly, tell me what I said wrong. If I spoke what is true, then by what right do you strike me?”