35. Don’t make an oath using the name of the earth, because the earth belongs to God. Don’t make an oath using the name of Jerusalem, because that is the city of the great King.
36. And don’t even say that your own head is proof that you will keep your oath. You cannot make one hair on your head become white or black.
37. Say only ‘yes’ if you mean ‘yes,’ and say only ‘no’ if you mean ‘no.’ If you must say more than ‘yes’ or ‘no,’ it is from the Evil One.
38. “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.’
39. But I tell you, don’t stand up against an evil person. If someone slaps you on the right cheek, then turn and let him slap the other cheek too.
40. If someone wants to sue you in court and take your shirt, then let him have your coat too.
41. If a soldier forces you to go with him one mile, then go with him two miles.
42. If a person asks you for something, then give it to him. Don’t refuse to give to a person who wants to borrow from you.
43. “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemies.’
44. But I tell you, love your enemies. Pray for those who hurt you.