Asks Quote by Luke the Evangelist
“To you who hear I say, love your enemies,do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you,pray for those who mistreat you.To the person who strikes you on one cheek,offer the other one as well,and from the person who takes your cloak,do not withhold even your tunic.Give to everyone who asks of you,and from the one who takes what is yours do not demand it back.Do to others as you would have them do to you.”
About This Quote
Source Bible: Gospel of Luke, Chapter 6, verses 27‑31
Love and kindness should extend even to those who harm you, breaking cycles of retaliation.
In simple terms: Love enemies, act kindly to all.
Key Takeaway
Practice unconditional compassion.
Themes
compassion
forgiveness
non‑retaliation
Mood
hopeful
serene
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community building
- conflict mediation
- justice work
Key Concepts
ethics
spirituality
social harmony
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you forgive someone who hurt you?
- How does kindness change conflict?
A Different Perspective
Such radical love can be socially risky or misunderstood.
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