King James Bible
"Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect."
Jesus commands his followers to pursue completeness and wholeness in their moral character. The Greek word 'teleios' means mature or complete rather than flawless, pointing to spiritual maturity that reflects God's character in love and righteousness. The standard for this completeness is God himself, who embodies perfect love, justice, and mercy. This comparison follows Jesus' teachings on loving enemies and showing mercy, indicating that divine perfection is expressed through indiscriminate love rather than moral faultlessness.