Matthew 22:39
Matthew 22:39 in Multiple Translations
And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’
And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.
And a second like unto it is this, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.
And a second like it is this, Have love for your neighbour as for yourself.
The second is just like it, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’
And the second is like vnto this, Thou shalt loue thy neighbour as thy selfe.
and the second [is] like to it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself;
A second likewise is this, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’
And the second is like it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.
And the second is like to this: Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.
The next most important commandment that everyone must surely obey is: ‘You must love the people you come in contact with as much as you love yourself.’
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Study Notes — Matthew 22:39
- Context
- Cross References
- Matthew 22:39 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Matthew 22:39
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 22:39
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
- Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
- Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
- Cambridge Bible on Matthew 22:39
- Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
- Sermons on Matthew 22:39
Context — The Greatest Commandment
39And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’
40All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” 41While the Pharisees were assembled, Jesus questioned them:Cross References
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| 1 | Mark 12:31 | The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ No other commandment is greater than these.” |
| 2 | Luke 10:27–37 | He answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’ and ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ ” “You have answered correctly,” Jesus said. “Do this and you will live.” But wanting to justify himself, he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” Jesus took up this question and said, “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho when he fell into the hands of robbers. They stripped him, beat him, and went away, leaving him half dead. Now by chance a priest was going down the same road, but when he saw him, he passed by on the other side. So too, when a Levite came to that spot and saw him, he passed by on the other side. But when a Samaritan on a journey came upon him, he looked at him and had compassion. He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him. The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Take care of him,’ he said, ‘and on my return I will repay you for any additional expense.’ Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?” “The one who showed him mercy,” replied the expert in the law. Then Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.” |
| 3 | Leviticus 19:18 | Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD. |
| 4 | Romans 13:9–10 | The commandments “Do not commit adultery,” “Do not murder,” “Do not steal,” “Do not covet,” and any other commandments, are summed up in this one decree: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Love does no wrong to its neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. |
| 5 | Galatians 5:14 | The entire law is fulfilled in a single decree: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” |
| 6 | Matthew 19:19 | honor your father and mother, and love your neighbor as yourself.’ ” |
| 7 | Romans 15:2 | Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. |
| 8 | James 2:8 | If you really fulfill the royal law stated in Scripture, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” you are doing well. |
| 9 | Galatians 6:10 | Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith. |
Matthew 22:39 Summary
This verse means that we should treat others with the same love and kindness that we want for ourselves. It's not just about how we feel, but about how we act towards others. As Jesus said, loving our neighbors is one of the most important commands, right after loving God with all our heart, as seen in Matthew 22:37-40. By loving our neighbors, we are showing love to God, as it says in 1 John 4:20, if we do not love our brothers and sisters, whom we have seen, how can we love God, whom we have not seen?
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to love my neighbor as myself?
Loving your neighbor as yourself means treating others with the same kindness, care, and compassion that you would want for yourself, as Jesus taught in Matthew 22:39 and also in Luke 10:27, where He tells the story of the Good Samaritan.
Who is my neighbor?
According to Jesus' teaching in Luke 10:25-37, our neighbor is anyone in need, regardless of their background or relationship to us, and we are called to show them love and kindness as we would want to be treated ourselves.
How can I balance loving myself with loving my neighbor?
Loving yourself is not about being selfish, but about taking care of yourself so you can love and serve others, as seen in Ephesians 5:29, where it says we nourish and cherish our own bodies, and in Matthew 22:39, where we are called to love our neighbors as ourselves.
Is loving my neighbor just about feelings, or is there action involved?
Loving your neighbor involves both feelings and actions, as seen in 1 John 3:18, where it says we should not love just in words, but in actions and truth, and in James 2:14-17, where faith without works is dead.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show love to my neighbors this week, whether it's a kind word, a helping hand, or a listening ear?
- How can I balance my desire to love and serve others with my own need for rest and self-care, so I don't burn out?
- What are some common obstacles that keep me from loving my neighbors as myself, and how can I overcome them with God's help?
- In what ways can I be a good neighbor to those around me, whether it's in my community, at work, or in my family?
Gill's Exposition on Matthew 22:39
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 22:39
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
Cambridge Bible on Matthew 22:39
Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 22:39
Sermons on Matthew 22:39
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Testimony - Part 1 by Gladys Aylward | In this sermon transcript, the speaker shares their experience of being the only missionary in a heathen government and their journey of spreading the Gospel in South Shansey. Desp |
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Mental Attitude by Kathryn Kuhlman | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of one's attitude in shaping their life. He quotes Proverbs 23:7, which states that as a person thinks in their heart, so the |
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Testimony and Challenge by Gladys Aylward | In this sermon, the speaker shares their personal experience of being in China and looking after mules while others listened to a woman named Jeannie tell stories about Jesus. The |
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Think Hard, Stay Humble: The Life of the Mind and the Peril of Pride by Francis Chan | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the audience's awareness of the suffering and struggles faced by their brothers and sisters around the world. He emphasizes the importance of |
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Attributes of God (Series 1): God's Omnipresence and Immanence by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the distance between humanity and God. He shares a personal experience of praying with a friend on a hill, feeling both the darkness and the |
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The Enemy of the Cross by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker begins by praying for understanding and guidance from God. He then reads from Luke chapter 14, where Jesus speaks about the requirements of being his di |
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Marks of a Spirit Filled Church - Part 2 by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a positive influence in the neighborhood. He believes that by living a godly life and having spirit-filled churches, |





