Matthew 7:3 nasb — "Why do you look at the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?

NASB

""Why do you look at the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?"

— Matthew 7:3, NASB

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Matthew 7 — Context

1

"Do not judge so that you will not be judged.

2

"For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by your standard of measure, it will be measured to you.

3

"Why do you look at the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?

4

"Or how can you say to your brother, 'Let me take the speck out of your eye,' and behold, the log is in your own eye?

5

"You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother's eye.

6

"Do not give what is holy to dogs, and do not throw your pearls before swine, or they will trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces.

Matthew 7:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 7:3 say?
Matthew 7:3 in the NASB reads: “"Why do you look at the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?”
Where is Matthew 7:3 in the Bible?
Matthew 7:3 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 7, 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 7:3.
What translation should I read Matthew 7:3 in?
Matthew 7:3 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 7:3?
Matthew 7:3 reads (NASB): “"Why do you look at the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?” 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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