Personal Relationships

21 (A)You have heard that [a]the ancients were told, ‘(B)You shall not murder,’ and ‘Whoever commits murder shall be answerable to (C)the court.’

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  1. Matthew 5:21 Lit it was said to the ancients

Murder(A)

21 “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder,[a](B) and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’

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  1. Matthew 5:21 Exodus 20:13

27 (A)You have heard that it was said, ‘(B)You shall not commit adultery’;

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Adultery

27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’[a](A)

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  1. Matthew 5:27 Exodus 20:14

33 “Again, (A)you have heard that [a]the ancients were told, ‘[b](B)You shall not [c]make false vows, but shall fulfill your [d]vows to the Lord.’

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  1. Matthew 5:33 Lit it was said to the ancients
  2. Matthew 5:33 you and your are singular here
  3. Matthew 5:33 Or break your vows
  4. Matthew 5:33 Lit oaths

Oaths

33 “Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not break your oath,(A) but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.’(B)

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43 (A)You have heard that it was said, ‘(B)You shall love your neighbor (C)and hate your enemy.’

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Love for Enemies

43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor[a](A) and hate your enemy.’(B)

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  1. Matthew 5:43 Lev. 19:18