Luke 6:31

31 Treat people in the same way that you want them to treat you.

Luke 6:31 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 6:31

And as ye would that men should do to you
In matters of justice and beneficence were they in your case, and you in theirs;

do ye also to them likewise:
a golden rule this, agreeably to the light of nature, and divine revelation, and is the sum and substance of the law and prophets; (See Gill on Matthew 7:12).

Luke 6:31 In-Context

29 If someone slaps you on the cheek, offer the other one as well. If someone takes your coat, don't withhold your shirt either.
30 Give to everyone who asks and don't demand your things back from those who take them.
31 Treat people in the same way that you want them to treat you.
32 “If you love those who love you, why should you be commended? Even sinners love those who love them.
33 If you do good to those who do good to you, why should you be commended? Even sinners do that.

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