Matthew 6:15
New International Version
But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.

New Living Translation
But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins.

English Standard Version
but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Berean Standard Bible
But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yours.

Berean Literal Bible
But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

King James Bible
But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

New King James Version
But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

New American Standard Bible
But if you do not forgive other people, then your Father will not forgive your offenses.

NASB 1995
“But if you do not forgive others, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions.

NASB 1977
“But if you do not forgive men, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions.

Legacy Standard Bible
But if you do not forgive others, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions.

Amplified Bible
But if you do not forgive others [nurturing your hurt and anger with the result that it interferes with your relationship with God], then your Father will not forgive your trespasses.

Christian Standard Bible
But if you don’t forgive others, your Father will not forgive your offenses.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But if you don’t forgive people, your Father will not forgive your wrongdoing.

American Standard Version
But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Contemporary English Version
But if you don't forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins.

English Revised Version
But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But if you don't forgive others, your Father will not forgive your failures.

Good News Translation
But if you do not forgive others, then your Father will not forgive the wrongs you have done.

International Standard Version
But if you do not forgive people their offenses, your Father will not forgive your offenses."

Majority Standard Bible
But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yours.

NET Bible
But if you do not forgive others, your Father will not forgive you your sins.

New Heart English Bible
But if you do not forgive people, neither will your Father forgive your wrongdoing.

Webster's Bible Translation
But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Weymouth New Testament
but if you do not forgive others their offences, neither will your Father forgive yours.

World English Bible
But if you don’t forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
but if you may not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Berean Literal Bible
But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Young's Literal Translation
but if ye may not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Smith's Literal Translation
But if ye should not let go to men their faults, neither will your Father let go your faults.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But if you will not forgive men, neither will your Father forgive you your offences.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But if you will not forgive men, neither will your Father forgive you your sins.

New American Bible
But if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your transgressions.

New Revised Standard Version
but if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But if you do not forgive men, neither will your Father forgive even your faults.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But if you will not forgive the children of men, neither has your Father forgiven you your faults.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But if you forgive not men their offenses, neither will your Father forgive your offenses.

Godbey New Testament
and if you do not forgive the people, your Father will not forgive you your trespasses.

Haweis New Testament
but if ye forgive not to men their offences, neither will your Father forgive your offences.

Mace New Testament
but if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your father forgive your trespasses.

Weymouth New Testament
but if you do not forgive others their offences, neither will your Father forgive yours.

Worrell New Testament
but, if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Worsley New Testament
but if ye forgive not men their transgressions, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Lord's Prayer
14For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yours. 16When you fast, do not be somber like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces to show men they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward.…

Cross References
Mark 11:25-26
And when you stand to pray, if you hold anything against another, forgive it, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your trespasses as well.” / But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.

Luke 6:37
Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.

Ephesians 4:32
Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.

Colossians 3:13
Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

James 2:13
For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.

Matthew 18:21-35
Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother who sins against me? Up to seven times?” / Jesus answered, “I tell you, not just seven times, but seventy-seven times! / Because of this, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. ...

Luke 17:3-4
Watch yourselves. If your brother sins, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him. / Even if he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times returns to say, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him.”

1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Matthew 5:7
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

Romans 12:19
Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.”

Proverbs 17:9
Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends.

Proverbs 19:11
A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense.

Leviticus 19:18
Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD.

Psalm 32:1-2
Of David. A Maskil. Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. / Blessed is the man whose iniquity the LORD does not count against him, in whose spirit there is no deceit.

Isaiah 1:18
“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool.


Treasury of Scripture

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But if you do not forgive
The phrase "But if you do not forgive" serves as a conditional statement, emphasizing the necessity of forgiveness in the life of a believer. The Greek word for "forgive" is "ἀφίημι" (aphiēmi), which means to send away, let go, or release. In the context of first-century Jewish culture, forgiveness was not merely an emotional release but a conscious decision to absolve someone of their debt or wrongdoing. This reflects the broader biblical principle that forgiveness is an act of will, aligning with God's nature and His commands.

men their trespasses
The term "men" here refers to humanity in general, indicating that forgiveness should be extended to all people, not just those within one's immediate community or faith. "Trespasses" is translated from the Greek word "παραπτώματα" (paraptōmata), which means a falling away or a lapse in moral conduct. This word choice highlights the human propensity to err and the need for grace. Historically, the Jewish understanding of sin included both intentional and unintentional acts, and Jesus' teaching here underscores the importance of forgiving all types of offenses.

neither will your Father forgive
This phrase introduces a reciprocal principle, where the forgiveness we extend to others is directly linked to the forgiveness we receive from God. The use of "your Father" personalizes the relationship between the believer and God, emphasizing His role as a loving and just parent. The Greek word for "forgive" remains "ἀφίημι" (aphiēmi), reinforcing the idea of releasing or letting go. This reflects the covenantal relationship between God and His people, where obedience and mercy are intertwined.

your trespasses
The repetition of "trespasses" serves to remind the reader of their own moral failings and the grace they require. In the broader scriptural context, this aligns with the teachings of Jesus on humility and self-awareness, recognizing one's own need for forgiveness. The historical context of this teaching, delivered during the Sermon on the Mount, would have resonated deeply with a Jewish audience familiar with the sacrificial system and the need for atonement. Jesus' message here is radical, shifting the focus from ritualistic practices to the condition of the heart and the importance of interpersonal relationships.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
But
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

if
ἐὰν (ean)
Conjunction
Strong's 1437: If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.

you do not forgive
ἀφῆτε (aphēte)
Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 863: From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications.

men
ἀνθρώποις (anthrōpois)
Noun - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 444: A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.

their
αὐτῶν (autōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

trespasses,
παραπτώματα (paraptōmata)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3900: A falling away, lapse, slip, false step, trespass, sin. From parapipto; a side-slip, i.e. error or transgression.

neither
οὐδὲ (oude)
Adverb
Strong's 3761: Neither, nor, not even, and not. From ou and de; not however, i.e. Neither, nor, not even.

{will}
(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

your
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

Father
Πατὴρ (Patēr)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.

forgive
ἀφήσει (aphēsei)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 863: From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications.

yours.
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.


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