Click to switch to the standard King James Version of Matthew Chapter 5 do not even the publicans the same? They call the proud happy, and admire the gay, the rich, the powerful, and the victorious. Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. And seeing the crowds, He went up into the mountain; and when He had sat down, His disciples came to Him. Our Lord does not enjoin the precise terms wherein we are to affirm or deny, but such a constant regard to truth as would render oaths unnecessary.38-42 The plain instruction is, Suffer any injury that can be borne, for the sake of peace, committing your concerns to the Lord's keeping. The Beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Verses 1-2: The opening verses of the Sermon on the Mount indicate that this message deals with the inner state of mind and heart that is the indispensable absolute of true Christian discipleship. 4. Thus they explained away its spiritual meaning. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. 42 Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away. 37 But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil. 33 Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths: 34 But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne: 35 Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool: neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King. This is the text and a scan of the actual, original, first printing of the 1611 King James Version, the 'HE' Bible, for Matthew Chapter 5. Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? 43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. 15:19; James 1:14, 15) looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. MT 5:25 Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison. And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have. 18 For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. The mercy revealed in the gospel leads the believer to … 9. Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. 20:14; Deut. 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Matthew 5 And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, Read verse in King James Version Such mourners shall be comforted by their God. 44 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; 45 That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. As God cannot endure to look upon their iniquity, so they cannot look upon his purity. Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths: But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne: Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool: neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King. Yet there is nothing in our sufferings that can merit of God; but God will provide that those who lose for him, though life itself, shall not lose by him in the end. 20 For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. He is generally allowed to have written his Gospel before any other of the evangelists. 12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. There is tender mercy under all the Divine requirements, and the grace and consolations of the Spirit will enable us to attend to them.33-37 There is no reason to consider that solemn oaths in a court of justice, or on other proper occasions, are wrong, provided they are taken with due reverence. 5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Those who lead others into temptation to sin, by dress or in other ways, or leave them in it, or expose them to it, make themselves guilty of their sin, and will be accountable for it. "Raca," is a scornful word, and comes from pride: "Thou fool," is a spiteful word, and comes from hatred. 5 And seeing the multitudes, (B)He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated His disciples came to Him. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 40 And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloak also. 5:7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5 Christ's sermon on the mount. Click to switch to the Standard KJV. 48 Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. Matthew 5 :: King James Version (KJV) Strong's. Those who hunger and thirst after righteousness are happy. 5:5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. That godly sorrow which worketh true repentance, watchfulness, a humble mind, and continual dependence for acceptance on the mercy of God in Christ Jesus, with constant seeking the Holy Spirit, to cleanse away the remaining evil, seems here to be intended. If the peace-makers are blessed, woe to the peace-breakers! (13-16) Christ came to confirm the law. Matthew 5. If a man can take up the profession of Christ, and yet remain graceless, no other doctrine, no other means, can make him profitable. Every thing is bestowed to save us from our sins, not in them. 14 Ye are the light of the world. It is the duty of Christians to desire, and aim at, and press towards perfection in grace and holiness. Christ's righteousness, imputed to us by faith alone, is needed by every one that enters the kingdom of grace or of glory; but the new creation of the heart to holiness, produces a thorough change in a man's temper and conduct.21-26 The Jewish teachers had taught, that nothing except actual murder was forbidden by the sixth commandment. 36 Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black. The poor in spirit are happy. All rash anger is heart murder. 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. do not even the publicans the same? Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison. Our light must shine, by doing such good works as men may see. 19 Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 42 Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. We must aim at the glory of God.17-20 Let none suppose that Christ allows his people to trifle with any commands of God's holy law. While many will render good for good, we must render good for evil; and this will speak a nobler principle than most men act by. 36 Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black. 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 26 Verily I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid the uttermost farthing. These are purchased for us by the righteousness of Christ, confirmed by the faithfulness of God. 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; That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. No sinner partakes of Christ's justifying righteousness, till he repents of his evil deeds. If painful operations are submitted to, that our lives may be saved, what ought our minds to shrink from, when the salvation of our souls is concerned? 6 Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. 31 It hath been said, Whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement: 32 But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery. 30 And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. 5 And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 5. By our brother, here, we are to understand any person, though ever so much below us, for we are all made of one blood. Our desires of spiritual blessings must be earnest. 38 Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: 39 But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. 19 Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 6:25; (Matt. (3-12) Exhortations and warnings. 7. And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast, And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast. They see their want, bewail their guilt, and thirst after a Redeemer. 2. 23 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee; 24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire. Chapter 5. 16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. On the Mountaintop---1. Matthew Chapter 5 Matthew 5 is sometimes referred to as the “Sermon on the Mount.” The main focus is on Jesus educating his disciples. The pure in heart are happy; for they shall see God. The Lord Jesus teaches that we must do all the real kindness we can to all, especially to their souls. 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. But how, it may be asked, could such beautiful features of character provoke persecuti… 38 Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: 39 But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. KJV, Value Thinline Bible, Large Print, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Second Edition, KJV, Reference Bible, Personal Size Giant Print, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Vest Pocket New Testament & Psalms, Leathersoft, Black, Red Letter Version: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Open Bible, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Complete Reference System, KJV, Word Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: 1,700 Key Words that Unlock the Meaning of the Bible. 7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. 23 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee; 24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. We must have compassion on the souls of others, and help them; pity those who are in sin, and seek to snatch them as brands out of the burning. 26 Verily I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid the uttermost farthing. The Authorized Version or King James Version (KJV), 1611, 1769. And the sum of all is, that Christians must avoid disputing and striving. (3-12) Exhortations and warnings. Note the custom of sitting down to teach, a procedure that was long followed in the early church. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. 6. The Sermon on the Mount. Matthew even finds the history of God's people in the OT recapitulated in some aspects of Jesus' life (see, e.g., his quotation of Hos 11:1 in 2:15). This Scourby Bible Reading Video is being aired with permission of the copyright owner LITCHFIELD ASSOCIATES, all rights are reserved. 5 1 And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,. Introduction to the Sermon on the Mount. King James Version / Matthew 5; Matthew 6; Matthew 7; Share Tweet Save. 29 And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. Verily I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid the uttermost farthing. 10. 31 It hath been said, Whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement: 32 But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery. how different are thy maxims from those of men of this world! 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. 41 And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain. These meek ones are happy, even in this world. 1 And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,. (21-26) The seventh commandment. He taught them what was the evil they should abhor, and what the good they should seek and abound in.3-12 Our Saviour here gives eight characters of blessed people, which represent to us the principal graces of a Christian. (1,2) Who are blessed. To accomplish his purpose Matthew also emphasizes Jesus' Davidic lineage (see Recipients, p. 1945). do not even the publicans so? Others salute their brethren, and embrace those of their own party, and way, and opinion, but we must not so confine our respect. (1) Jesus prepares to teach His disciples. “Happy [are] the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of the heavens. (33-37) The law of retaliation. it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. Commentary on Matthew 5:17-20 (Read Matthew 5:17-20) Let none suppose that Christ allows his people to trifle with any commands of God's holy law. Chapter Parallel Compare. 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. He began to teach them what people would consider the … 47 And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? 24:1; Matthew 5:37 Or from evil We must pray for them. 5:18 ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ 28 But I say to you that whoever # 2 Sam. Create in me such a clean heart, O God. Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake, &c.--How entirely this final beatitude has its ground in the Old Testament, is evident from the concluding words, where the encouragement held out to endure such persecutions consists in its being but a continuation of what was experienced by the Old Testament servants of God. Paragraph. 25 Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison. 5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. 10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew Chapter 5. 3. (1,2) Who are blessed. Matthew 5 1 And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him:. (17-20) The sixth commandment. If they are not such as they should be, they are as salt that has lost its savour. Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black. King James Version: Matthew Chapter 5. 47 And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? 5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. We ought carefully to preserve Christian love and peace with all our brethren; and if at any time there is a quarrel, we should confess our fault, humble ourselves to our brother, making or offering satisfaction for wrong done in word or deed: and we should do this quickly; because, till this is done, we are unfit for communion with God in holy ordinances. The worse men are, the less they are bound by oaths; the better they are, the less there is need for them. The merciful are happy. Surely more is to be expected from the followers of Christ than from others; surely more will be found in them than in others. 1. It hath been said, Whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement: But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery. Matthew 5:22 Some manuscripts brother or sister without cause; Matthew 5:22 An Aramaic term of contempt; Matthew 5:27 Exodus 20:14; Matthew 5:31 Deut. 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Chapter 5: 1: And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: 2: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, 3: Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew Chapter 5 Viewing the original 1611 KJV with archaic English spelling. Verse. The meek are happy. Happy [are] they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. 27 Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: 28 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. Christ showed the full meaning of this commandment; according to which we must be judged hereafter, and therefore ought to be ruled now. (27-32) The third commandment. 5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Here holiness and happiness are fully described and put together. 6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. 5 And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 17 Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. Matthew, surnamed Levi, before his conversion was a publican, or tax-gatherer under the Romans at Capernaum. 13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? With these enjoyments and hopes, we may cheerfully welcome low or painful circumstances.13-16 Ye are the salt of the earth. 48 Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. 43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. And opening His mouth He taught them, saying, 3. Christ told them that how light soever they made of these sins, they would certainly be called into judgment for them. None but the pure are capable of seeing God, nor would heaven be happiness to the impure. 1 And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying. 33 Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths: 34 But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne: 35 Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool: neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King. Bible Gateway Plus puts a library of commentaries and Greek & Hebrew language tools right in your pocket. For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? 46 For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? Matthew 5:1 And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: Matthew 5:2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, Matthew 5:3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. 27 Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: 28 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. 5. 5 Ye are the light of the world. 29 And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. ... ← Prior Chapter Next Chapter → ← Prior Book Next Book → Back to Top. But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil. If any say, Flesh and blood cannot pass by such an affront, let them remember, that flesh and blood shall not inherit the kingdom of God; and those who act upon right principles will have most peace and comfort.43-48 The Jewish teachers by "neighbour" understood only those who were of their own country, nation, and religion, whom they were pleased to look upon as their friends. Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away. Matthew chapter 6 KJV (King James Version) 1 Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.. 2 Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Malicious slanders and censures are poison that kills secretly and slowly. Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. 46 For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? Blessed are the peacemakers--who not only study peace, but diffuse it. 16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. Matthew 5 King James Version (KJV). Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great. 14 Ye are the light of the world. 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.. 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.. 5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,. If a man, pretending to be Christ's disciple, encourages himself in any allowed disobedience to the holy law of God, or teaches others to do the same, whatever his station or reputation among men may be, he can be no true disciple. But all oaths taken without necessity, or in common conversation, must be sinful, as well as all those expressions which are appeals to God, though persons think thereby to evade the guilt of swearing. King James Version (KJV). 7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. 21 Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: 22 But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire. It delineates the outward manifestations of character and conduct of true believers and genuine disciples. The law is the Christian's rule of duty, and he delights therein. do not even the publicans the same? They love, and desire, and delight in peace; and study to be quiet. Matthew Chapter 5 King James Version. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Those that mourn are happy. The heart must be purified by faith, and kept for God. For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. 12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. 1. 41 And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain. 4. The Beatitudes. View Matthew Chapter 5 as text-only. 11:2–5; Job 31:1; Prov. These bring their minds to their condition, when it is a low condition. Righteousness is here put for all spiritual blessings. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. But it must be done. What is here said is very applicable to our being reconciled to God through Christ. May we find mercy from the Lord; may we be owned as his children, and inherit his kingdom. 40 And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloke also. Matthew 5:1-12 KJV And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach, For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed. do not even the publicans so? All our senses and powers must be kept from those things which lead to transgression. 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