Jesus generalizes the sin of adultery so that it includes any and all sexual relations outside of marriage. 1 Even desiring sexual relations with someone who is not your spouse puts one under condemnation. Not just deeds but thoughts and desires are thus also addressed by God’s law.
28 Mais moi, je vous dis que quiconque regarde une femme pour la convoiter a déjà commis un adultère avec elle dans son cœur.