John 18:23
BSB · Public Domain (CC0)“Jesus replied, “If I said something wrong, testify as to what was wrong. But if I spoke correctly, why did you strike Me?””
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“Jesus replied, “If I said something wrong, testify as to what was wrong. But if I spoke correctly, why did you strike Me?””
Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)“Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil, bear witness of the evil: but if well, why smitest thou me?”
King James Version · Public Domain“Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil, bear witness of the evil: but if well, why smitest thou me?”
American Standard Version · Public Domain“Jesus answered him, `If I spake ill, testify concerning the ill; and if well, why me dost thou smite?'”
Young's Literal Translation · Public DomainOther passages that echo John 18:23 — 4 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Matthew 5:39But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also;
- Acts 23:2At this, the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth.
- 2 Corinthians 10:1Now by the mildness and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am humble when face to face with you, but bold when away.
- 1 Peter 2:20How is it to your credit if you are beaten for doing wrong and you endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God.
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