The rule of thumb when comparing the Old versus to the New Testament is to remember we are now currently living in the New Testament, meaning, we are…

Old Testament vs. New: Should we take an Eye for an Eye or Turn the other Cheek?

What Jesus is actually saying is, if someone hits you, don’t seek retaliation, forgive them. Later, Jesus gives his new commandment to love one another as he loves us. Which means, forgive one another as he forgave us. Forgiveness without retaliation is part of Jesus’ new covenant.