^{8 Ref} Bring forth therefore fruits worthy of repentance, and begin not to say within yourselves, We have Abraham to our father: for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham.

^{9 Ref} And even now the axe also lieth at the root of the trees: every tree therefore that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.

^{10 Ref} And the multitudes asked him, saying, What then must we do?

^{11 Ref} And he answered and said unto them, He that hath two coats, let him impart to him that hath none; and he that hath food, let him do likewise.

^{12 Ref} And there came also publicans to be baptized, and they said unto him, Teacher, what must we do?

^{13 Ref} And he said unto them, Extort no more than that which is appointed you.

^{14 Ref} And soldiers also asked him, saying, And we, what must we do? And he said unto them, Extort from no man by violence, neither accuse `any one' wrongfully; and be content with your wages.