Definition: Either how canst thou say to thy brother, Brother, let me pull out the mote that is in thine eye, when thou thyself beholdest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye, and then shalt thou see clearly to pull out the mote that is in thy brother’s eye.

Explanation: Okay, let's break down this verse from Luke 6:42. It’s a really important message about how we should treat others. Here's a simple explanation: The Basic Idea: This verse is saying that we shouldn't criticize or judge others as harshly as we judge ourselves. It’s about being kind and forgiving, even when someone else isn't behaving perfectly. Let's unpack it piece by piece: "Either how canst thou..." – This means "You can ask me... but don't ." It’s a gentle challenge to stop immediately with harsh words. "...say to thy brother, Brother, let me pull out the mote that is in thine eye..." – This is the part that sounds a little tricky at first. “Mote” is a fancy word for a small speck of dirt or something irritating. It's about criticizing someone’s appearance (their eyes). It’s saying, "Don't criticize my brother; don't judge him." "...when thou thyself beholdest not the beam that is in thine own eye?" – This is the crucial part! “Beam” means a small problem or annoyance within yourself . “Beholdest not” means you’re looking at it, but not really seeing it. It's about recognizing your own faults and imperfections. "Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye, and then shalt thou see clearly to pull out the mote that is in thy brother’s eye." – This is a strong warning. “Hypocrite” means someone who pretends to be good but isn’t really honest. "Cast out the beam" - Stop criticizing yourself. "See clearly to pull out the mote" - Focus your attention and compassion on helping someone else. So, what does it all mean? The verse is teaching us a powerful lesson about self-reflection and humility. It’s encouraging us to: Take responsibility for our own mistakes: We are all imperfect people, and we all have flaws. Don't focus on others' shortcomings: Our problems don’t begin with anyone else. It's important to deal with your own issues first. Practice kindness and forgiveness: By forgiving ourselves, we can then be more compassionate towards others. In short, the verse is a call for inner peace and genuine love – both for yourself and for those around you. Do you want me to explain any of these parts in more detail or perhaps give an example of how this principle applies in a real-life situation?