Luke 6:31 asv — And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

American Standard Version

"And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. "

— Luke 6:31, American Standard Version

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Luke 6 — Context

28

bless them that curse you, pray for them that despitefully use you.

29

To him that smiteth thee on the one cheek offer also the other; and from him that taketh away thy cloak withhold not thy coat also.

30

Give to every one that asketh thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again.

31

And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

32

And if ye love them that love you, what thank have ye? for even sinners love those that love them.

33

And if ye do good to them that do good to you, what thank have ye? for even sinners do the same.

34

And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? even sinners lend to sinners, to receive again as much.

Luke 6:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 6:31 say?
Luke 6:31 in the American Standard Version reads: “And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. ”
Where is Luke 6:31 in the Bible?
Luke 6:31 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 6, verse 31.
Who wrote Luke?
Luke is traditionally attributed to Luke the physician, companion of Paul. It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Luke about?
Luke writes "an orderly account" of Jesus' life from a careful historian's pen, with special attention to the poor, the outsider, women, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. From the angelic announcements at the beginning to the Emmaus road at the end, Luke shows Jesus as the Savior of the world.
What are the major themes of Luke?
Luke explores themes including Salvation for All, Holy Spirit, Prayer, Compassion, Joy. These themes shape the meaning and context of Luke 6:31.
What translation should I read Luke 6:31 in?
Luke 6:31 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Luke 6:31?
Luke 6:31 reads (ASV): “And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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