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  Yes, Jesus is being hyperbolic. As Paul says "harsh treatment of the body" lacks "any value in restraining sexual indulgence." (Colossians 2:23) But hyperbole is exaggeration to make a point. Jesus' point is that His standard is about heart attitude.

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