All we have is what the Gospels say that He said.
Tolstoi's only remark was that it was necessary as the Gospel said to love one's enemies and those who hate you.
If you reject the faith, there is no reason to trust anything the Gospels say.
At the same time, if you accept the faith, there is no reason to trust everything the Gospels say, either.
Does not the Gospel say, 'Watch, for the moment is known only of God'?
What does the Gospel say about the nature and significance of Christ and his teaching?
The Gospels say that the temple leaders were angry and wanted to kill him.
And what does the Gospel say on this subject?
She does just what the Gospel says.
At least, that's the legend; the Gospel doesn't say.