Judge not, lest ye be judged Matthew 7:1.
is a famous biblical phrase where Jesus warns against hypocritical, harsh, or condemning judgments.
Instead of a total ban on all discernment, it calls for humility;
challenging people to address their own deep flaws before criticizing others.
- Watch the Hypocrisy:
- The verses immediately following the famous line (Matthew 7:3-5) use the metaphor of a speck in someone else’s eye versus a “plank” in your own. It’s a warning against being hyper-critical of others while ignoring massive faults in yourself.
- The “Measure You Use”:
- Biblical scholars note that Jesus is warning that the standards you apply to others will ultimately be the same standards applied to you by God.
- Righteous Judgment:
- The Bible doesn’t command us to abandon all discernment. Companion verses (like John 7:24) advise to “Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment,” encouraging evaluation of actions for the sake of correction and accountability, rather than condemning the person’s character. So you better be certain! There is a wise old saying, “Do not let the door kick you on your way out!
– Scriptural Thinking gets the credit for this one …
Judge Not, That Ye Be Not Judged, a reminder to walk in mercy, grace, and love.
Let the message of forgiveness and humility inspire you today.
