Matthew 5:21-23
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised
Concerning Anger
21 ‘You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, “You shall not murder”; and “whoever murders shall be liable to judgement.” 22 But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister,[a] you will be liable to judgement; and if you insult[b] a brother or sister,[c] you will be liable to the council; and if you say, “You fool”, you will be liable to the hell[d] of fire. 23 So when you are offering your gift at the altar, if you remember that your brother or sister[e] has something against you,
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- Matthew 5:22 Gk a brother; other ancient authorities add without cause
- Matthew 5:22 Gk say Raca to (an obscure term of abuse)
- Matthew 5:22 Gk a brother
- Matthew 5:22 Gk Gehenna
- Matthew 5:23 Gk your brother
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