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“Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;” quote by Jesus
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“Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;”

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About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, and pray for persecutors, embodying radical compassion.

In simple terms: Love even those who harm you.

Key Takeaway

Practice unconditional compassion.

Themes

love forgiveness compassion

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal growth
  • social justice

Key Concepts

radical love ethical teaching

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who can you forgive today?
  • How does love change conflict?
A Different Perspective

Challenging to love hostile individuals.

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