Turning the other cheek teaches strength in restraint. It shifts power from retaliation to forgiveness, breaking cycles of conflict. By choosing peace over anger, you gain control over your response. This approach fosters inner calm and encourages harmony in relationships.
Below is our full list of bible verses on turn the other cheek (King James Version – KJV) provided in ranked order.
Most Popular Bible Verses About Turn The Other Cheek
Matthew 5:38-39
“38 Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:39 But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.”
Related Themes: Revenge Trespassing Bullying Justice Retribution
Matthew 5:39
“39 But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.”
Related Themes: Retribution Self-Defense Strife
Romans 12:19
“19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.”
Luke 22:36
“36 Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.”
Related Themes: Self-Defense
