''An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth...'' Jesus corrected the teaching...

JAMB 2016

''An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth...''
Jesus corrected the teaching in the statement above by declaring that

A. give and take is an ideal way of life
B. retaliation should be in equal measure to the offence
C. retaliation is right
D. forgiveness is right

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus urges his followers to turn the other cheek: You have heard that it was said, "An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth." 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.

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