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A single / healthy eye

Here’s what it means

An undivided, morally sound, or generous way of looking at life.

Why the Bible says it this way

In Matthew 6 the phrase is tied to treasure and masters, so it likely concerns a clear, loyal outlook rather than merely eyesight.

The writer uses vivid or unusual wording to make the point clear and memorable.

A helpful detail: Translations vary among 'single,' 'healthy,' 'sound,' and 'generous.'.

Where it appears