Bible Verses About "What Is the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant"
Jesus told of a servant forgiven a massive debt who then refused to forgive a small debt owed to him—teaching that those forgiven by God must forgive others.
Jesus told of a servant forgiven a massive debt who then refused to forgive a small debt owed to him—teaching that those forgiven by God must forgive others.
"Shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee?" — Matthew 18:33 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee?"
"So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses."
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