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According to Matthew 5:1, where did Jesus go and sit down?
According to Matthew 5:1, where did Jesus go and sit down?
Up on a mountainside
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the poor in ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the poor in ____.'
...spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven (5:3)
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are those who mourn ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are those who mourn ____.'
for they will be comforted (5:4)
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the meek, for ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the meek, for ____.'
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are those who hunger ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are those who hunger ____.'
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Who will be shown mercy?
Who will be shown mercy?
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the merciful for ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the merciful for ____.'
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the pure in ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the pure in ____.'
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Who will be called children of God?
Who will be called children of God?
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the peacemakers for ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are the peacemakers for ____.'
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are those who are ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Blessed are those who are ____.'
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Finish these verses and give the reference: 'Blessed are you when people...'
Finish these verses and give the reference: 'Blessed are you when people...'
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According to Matthew chapter 5 verse 13, what is no longer good for anything?
According to Matthew chapter 5 verse 13, what is no longer good for anything?
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What if the salt loses its saltiness?
What if the salt loses its saltiness?
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the salt of ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the salt of ____.'
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the light of ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the light of ____.'
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What do people not light and put under a bowl?
What do people not light and put under a bowl?
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According to Matthew 5:16, what may men see?
According to Matthew 5:16, what may men see?
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'In the same way, let...'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'In the same way, let...'
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What will not disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished?
What will not disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished?
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What will whoever practices and teaches these commands be called in the kingdom of heaven?
What will whoever practices and teaches these commands be called in the kingdom of heaven?
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According to Matthew 5:21, what have you heard?
According to Matthew 5:21, what have you heard?
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In Matthew 5, what is an Aramaic term of contempt?
In Matthew 5, what is an Aramaic term of contempt?
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Who may hand you over to the officer?
Who may hand you over to the officer?
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According to Matthew 5:27, what have you heard?
According to Matthew 5:27, what have you heard?
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When should you gouge out your right eye and throw it away?
When should you gouge out your right eye and throw it away?
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According to Matthew 5:31, who must give his wife a certificate of divorce?
According to Matthew 5:31, who must give his wife a certificate of divorce?
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Who causes his wife to become an adulteress?
Who causes his wife to become an adulteress?
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According to Matthew 5:33, what should you keep?
According to Matthew 5:33, what should you keep?
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Why should you not swear by heaven?
Why should you not swear by heaven?
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Why should you not swear by Jerusalem?
Why should you not swear by Jerusalem?
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Why should you not swear by your head?
Why should you not swear by your head?
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What should you let be 'No'?
What should you let be 'No'?
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According to Matthew 5:38, what was said?
According to Matthew 5:38, what was said?
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What if someone wants to sue you and take your shirt?
What if someone wants to sue you and take your shirt?
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According to Matthew 5:41, when should you go with him two miles?
According to Matthew 5:41, when should you go with him two miles?
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From whom should you not turn away?
From whom should you not turn away?
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According to Matthew 5:44, whom should you love?
According to Matthew 5:44, whom should you love?
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What does your Father in heaven send on the righteous and unrighteous?
What does your Father in heaven send on the righteous and unrighteous?
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Whom do even the tax collectors love?
Whom do even the tax collectors love?
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What do even pagans do?
What do even pagans do?
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Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Be perfect therefore as your ____.'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'Be perfect therefore as your ____.'
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Study Notes
Beatitudes and Teachings
- Jesus teaches on a mountainside, addressing a crowd.
- "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." (5:3)
- "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." (5:4)
- "Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth." (5:5)
- "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled." (5:6)
- "Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy." (5:7)
- "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God." (5:8)
- "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." (5:9)
- "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." (5:10)
- Acknowledges joy in persecution for faith, indicating rewards in heaven. (5:11-12)
Salt and Light Metaphor
- Salt that loses its saltiness is useless and should be discarded. (5:13)
- Believers are the "salt of the earth," emphasizing their vital role in the world.
- Light symbolizes good deeds meant to be visible to others, glorifying God. (5:16)
- A city on a hill illustrates visibility and the impact of a faithful community.
The Law and Its Fulfillment
- The Law remains until all is accomplished; not the smallest letter will vanish.
- Those who practice and teach the commands will be called great in the kingdom.
- Jesus focuses on intentions behind laws: anger equates to murder (5:21), and contempt can lead to judgment.
Adultery and Personal Conduct
- Adultery extends beyond physical acts to include lustful thoughts. (5:27-28)
- Emphasizes drastic measures to avoid sin (e.g., gouging out an eye if needed).
- Divorce is permitted only on grounds of marital unfaithfulness, and those who divorce create adulterous conditions for others. (5:31-32)
Integrity of Speech
- Encourages keeping oaths made to God rather than swearing by physical entities (5:33-36).
- Advocates for straightforward communication—let your "yes" be yes and your "no" be no.
Responses to Insults and Legal Actions
- Adopts a non-retaliatory stance; turn the other cheek instead of seeking revenge. (5:38-39)
- If forced to go one mile, offer to go two. (5:41)
- Do not refuse those who wish to borrow from you; demonstrates generosity.
Love for Others
- Commands love for enemies, echoing divine generosity towards all people. (5:44-45)
- Challenges norms, highlighting that loving only those who love back is insufficient; even tax collectors do the same.
Call to Perfection
- Encourages believers to strive for perfection, mirroring the completeness of the Heavenly Father. (5:48)
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Description
Explore the profound teachings of Jesus from the Beatitudes, delivered on a mountainside. This quiz covers the blessings promised to different groups, emphasizing the values of humility, mercy, and righteousness. Understand the significance of being 'salt and light' in the world as followers of Christ.
