⁴⁷ And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that?

²⁰ For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.^(A)

³² “If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you?^(A) Even sinners love those who love them.

²⁰ But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God.^(A)

⁴ Do not take a purse or bag or sandals; and do not greet anyone on the road.

⁵ “When you enter a house, first say, ‘Peace to this house.’

¹² As you enter the home, give it your greeting.^(A)