1 quotation linked to King James Bible — Matthew 22:39 associated with Jesus, with source notes, explanations and related topics.
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“Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
The command uses care for oneself as the measure for care toward another person, linking healthy self-regard with outward responsibility rather than selfishness.
Source note: Matthew 22:39 in the King James Version.