Matthew 6:3 asv — But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

American Standard Version

"But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth: "

— Matthew 6:3, American Standard Version

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Matthew 6 — Context

1

Take heed that ye do not your righteousness before men, to be seen of them: else ye have no reward with your Father who is in heaven.

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When therefore thou doest alms, sound not a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have received their reward.

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But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

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that thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father who seeth in secret shall recompense thee.

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And when ye pray, ye shall not be as the hypocrites: for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have received their reward.

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But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thine inner chamber, and having shut thy door, pray to thy Father who is in secret, and thy Father who seeth in secret shall recompense thee.

Matthew 6:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 6:3 say?
Matthew 6:3 in the American Standard Version reads: “But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth: ”
Where is Matthew 6:3 in the Bible?
Matthew 6:3 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 6, verse 3.
Who wrote Matthew?
Matthew is traditionally attributed to Matthew (Levi), tax-collector turned apostle. It was written c. AD 50–70.
What is the book of Matthew about?
Matthew presents Jesus as the long-awaited Jewish Messiah — son of David, son of Abraham, fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Structured around five great teaching blocks including the Sermon on the Mount, it ends with the risen King commissioning his disciples to make disciples of all nations.
What are the major themes of Matthew?
Matthew explores themes including Kingdom of Heaven, Messiah, Fulfillment, Discipleship, Great Commission. These themes shape the meaning and context of Matthew 6:3.
What translation should I read Matthew 6:3 in?
Matthew 6:3 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 Matthew 6:3?
Matthew 6:3 reads (ASV): “But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth: ” 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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