| The Message (MSG) | New International Version (NIV) |
| 18 "Don't seek revenge or carry a grudge against any of your people. "Love your neighbor as yourself. I am God. | 18 " 'Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against one of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD. |
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