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The Minimum Standard
Jesus points out that simply returning good for good is not a sign of special righteousness. Commentators explain that even those considered "sinners"—a broad term for societal outcasts—naturally practice reciprocal kindness. This behavior is the baseline for human interaction, not the higher calling for a follower of Christ.
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AT Robertson
On Luke 6:33
Do good (αγαθοποιητε). Third-class condition, εαν and present subjunctive. This verb not in old Greek, but in LXX.
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Charles Ellicott
On Luke 6:33
19th Century
Bishop
If you do good to them . . .—Actual deeds of kindness take the place in St. Luke which in St. Matthew is occupied by the …
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 6:33
At this point we have a remarkable series of comparisons between the courtesies of believers and those of worldly people. Even “sinners” act decent…
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John Gill
On Luke 6:33
17th Century
Pastor
And if you do good to them which do good to you
As one good turn deserves another:
what thank hav…
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…