Commandment Quote by Kathleen McGowan
““Remember always this great commandment that Jesus left for us in Matthew 7:1–2: “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged.””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 7 verses 1‑2, c. 80‑90 AD
Treat others as you wish to be treated; avoid harsh judgment because you will be judged similarly.
In simple terms: Don’t judge others, or you’ll be judged.
Practice empathy and restraint.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace conflicts
- family discussions
- online debates
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance fairness with compassion?
- When is it appropriate to judge?
Judgment can be necessary for accountability, making this advice overly permissive.