Luke 6:31 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Treat other people the same way you would want them to treat you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse teaches the Golden Rule - we should treat others with the same kindness, respect, and care that we hope to receive from them.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus delivers the Sermon on the Plain to his disciples and a large crowd, teaching practical ethics for everyday life based on God's kingdom values. This verse, often called the Golden Rule, builds on Old Testament principles of justice and neighborly love, presenting a simple yet profound standard for human relationships. It was shared in a first-century Jewish and Roman context where retaliation was common, challenging people to adopt a higher ethic of mutual respect.

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