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However, he also directly addressed the passage in Exodus, as well, in Matthew 5. Jesus clearly indicated that forgiveness, not vengeance, is appropriate for the person who was wronged.
However, he also directly addressed the passage in Exodus, as well, in Matthew 5. Jesus clearly indicated that forgiveness, not vengeance, is appropriate for the person who was wronged.
{{cquote|<sup>38</sup>“You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’ <sup>39</sup>But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. <sup>40</sup>And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well. <sup>41</sup>If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles. <sup>42</sup>Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.}}
{{cquote|<sup>38</sup>You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' <sup>39</sup>But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. <sup>40</sup>And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well. <sup>41</sup>If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles. <sup>42</sup>Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you. -''Matthew 5:38-48''}}
While this does not mean that there will not be consequences to the wrongdoer, often in the form of law enforcement actions from the government, it does put a stop to the idea that a victim should immediately lash out in revenge.
While this does not mean that there will not be consequences to the wrongdoer, often in the form of law enforcement actions from the government, it does put a stop to the idea that a victim should immediately lash out in revenge.
[[Category:Sayings and Idioms]]
[[Category:Sayings and Idioms]]