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Explaining “Judge not, that ye be not judged”
Anwar Kareem 18/11/2024, 12:17English.me team member
What does it mean?
"Judge not, that ye be not judged" is a phrase advising against making hasty or harsh judgments of others, suggesting that if you judge others, you too will be subject to judgment.
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Origin
This phrase originates from the Bible, specifically from the book of Matthew 7:1 in the New Testament.
Examples of usage
- Before you comment on her actions, remember: judge not, that ye be not judged.
- He often reminded himself of "judge not, that ye be not judged" whenever he felt tempted to criticize his friends.
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