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Matthew 5:39

But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
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English Standard Version

But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also.

New International Version

But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Catholic Public Domain Version

But I say to you, do not resist one who is evil, but if anyone will have struck you on your right cheek, offer to him the other also