Matthew 5:47 meaning and explanation

And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others? Do not even Gentiles do the same?

Matthew 5:47, Berean Standard Bible

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Jesus is still speaking to His disciples on the mountain, pressing the point from verse 46 about love that expects nothing in return. Here He turns to the everyday greeting, the customary words of welcome and peace.

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