Chapter 5 (Continued)

You have heard that it was said to the people long ago,
'Do not murder,
and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.'
But I tell you that
anyone who is angry with his brother
will be subject to judgment.
Again, anyone who says to his brother
'Raca,'
is answerable to the Sanhedrin.
But anyone who says,
'You fool!'
will be in danger of the fire of hell.

Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar
and there remember
your brother has something against you,
leave your gift in front of the altar.
First, go and be reconciled to your brother;
then come and offer your gift.

Settle matters quickly
with your adversary
who is taking you to court.
Do it
while you are still with him on the way,
or he may hand you over to the judge,
and the judge may hand you over to the officer,
and you may be thrown into prison.
I tell you the truth,
you will not get out
until you have paid
the last penny.

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