Matthew 5:37
But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.
Context
This verse from Matthew Chapter 5 connects to 10 cross-references. The Sermon on the Mount begins with the Beatitudes blessing the poor in spirit, mourners, meek, and peacemakers. Jesus declares he has come not to abolish the Law but to fulfill it. Six antitheses intensify the Law's demands: not just …
Other Translations
But let your speech be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: and whatsoever is more than these is of the evil one.
but let your word be, Yes, Yes, No, No, and that which is more than these is of the evil.
But let your words be simply, Yes or No: and whatever is more than these is of the Evil One.
Cross References
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