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The Universal Golden Rule
Commentators identify this verse as the famous "Golden Rule," also found in Matthew 7:12. Scholar John Gill notes its universal nature, explaining that it aligns with both "the light of nature and divine revelation." He emphasizes that it serves as a summary of Old Testament ethics, calling it the "sum and substance of the law and prophets."
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AT Robertson
On Luke 6:31
As ye would (καθως θελετε). In Mt 7:12 the Golden Rule begins: Παντα οσα εαν θελητε. Luke has "likewise" (ομοιως) where Matthew ha…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 6:31
19th Century
Bishop
As ye would that men should do to you . . .—See Note on Matthew 7:12. The very different arrangement of the precepts in t…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 6:31
“You who hear me” means those who are taking in what Jesus is saying. The word “love” must be understood in its classic Christian sense of agape (G…
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John Gill
On Luke 6:31
17th Century
Pastor
And as you would that men should do to you In matters of justice and beneficence were they in your case, and you in their…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 6:27–36
17th Century
Minister
These are hard lessons for flesh and blood. But if we are thoroughly grounded in the faith of Christ's love, this will make his commands easy for u…