John 18:23

New Century Version

Jesus answered him, “If I said something wrong, then show what it was. But if what I said is true, why do you hit me?”

Cross References

Matthew 5:39

But I tell you, don’t stand up against an evil person. If someone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to him the other cheek also.

2 Corinthians 10:1

I, Paul, am begging you with the gentleness and the kindness of Christ. Some people say that I am easy on you when I am with you and bold when I am away.