Luke 6:29

"bless those who curse you, and pray for those who mistreat you."

Key Reflection

This verse encourages a profound act of faith and love by instructing believers to respond with blessings and prayers even to their enemies, mirroring Jesus' own example on the cross and foreshadowing the ultimate fulfillment in Philippians 2 where Christ humbled Himself for our sake.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 29. See Barnes "Mt 5:39" {l} "and unto him that smiteth thee on one cheek" Mt 5:39 {m} "And him that taketh away thy cloak" 1 Co 6:7 __________________________________________________________________

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