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NASB | Matthew 5:39 "But I say to you, do not resist an evil person; but whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 5:39 "But I say to you, do not resist an evil person [who insults you or violates your rights]; but whoever slaps you on the right cheek, turn the other toward him also [simply ignore insignificant insults or trivial losses and do not bother to retaliate--maintain your dignity, your self-respect, your poise]. [Luke 6:29, 30; Rom 12:17-21] |
Bible Question (short): Mt. 5:39, Striking the 'right' cheek |
Question (full): In Mt. 5:39 Jesus talks of someone striking the right cheek. Is there a reason for saying the right cheek, instead of just 'cheek'? Is there some cultural or further meaning in that is specific to striking the right cheek rather than the left? |