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According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 1, where did Jesus go and sit down?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 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. Matthew 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. Matthew 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...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are those who hunger...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are those who hunger...'
Who will be shown mercy?
Who will be shown mercy?
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the merciful...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the merciful...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the pure in...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the pure in...'
Who will be called children of God?
Who will be called children of God?
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the peacemakers, for...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the peacemakers, for...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are those who are...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are those who are...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are you when people...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are you when people...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Rejoice and be glad...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Rejoice and be glad...'
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?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 13, when salt loses its saltiness, what is the only thing that it is good for?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 13, when salt loses its saltiness, what is the only thing that it is good for?
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the salt of...'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the salt of...'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the light...'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the light...'
What do people not light and put under a bowl?
What do people not light and put under a bowl?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 16, what may others see?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 16, what may others see?
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'In the same way...'
Finish this verse and give the reference: 'In the same way...'
What will not disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished?
What will not disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished?
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?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 21, what have you heard?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 21, what have you heard?
In Matthew chapter 5, what is an Aramaic term of contempt?
In Matthew chapter 5, what is an Aramaic term of contempt?
Who may hand you over to the officer?
Who may hand you over to the officer?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 27, what have you heard?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 27, what have you heard?
When should you gouge out your right eye and throw it away?
When should you gouge out your right eye and throw it away?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 31, who must give his wife a certificate of divorce?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 31, who must give his wife a certificate of divorce?
Who causes his wife to become an adulteress?
Who causes his wife to become an adulteress?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 33, what should you keep?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 33, what should you keep?
Why should you not swear by heaven?
Why should you not swear by heaven?
Why should you not swear by Jerusalem?
Why should you not swear by Jerusalem?
Why should you not swear by your head?
Why should you not swear by your head?
What should you let be 'No'?
What should you let be 'No'?
According to Matthew 5: verse 38, what was said?
According to Matthew 5: verse 38, what was said?
What if someone wants to sue you and take your shirt?
What if someone wants to sue you and take your shirt?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 41, when should you go with him two miles?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 41, when should you go with him two miles?
From whom should you not turn away?
From whom should you not turn away?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 44, whom should you love?
According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 44, whom should you love?
What does your Father in heaven send on the righteous and the unrighteous?
What does your Father in heaven send on the righteous and the unrighteous?
Whom do even the tax collectors love?
Whom do even the tax collectors love?
What do even pagans do?
What do even pagans do?
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Be perfect, therefore, as your...'
Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Be perfect, therefore, as your...'
According to Matthew 5: verse 12, why should you rejoice and be glad?
According to Matthew 5: verse 12, why should you rejoice and be glad?
According to Matthew 5: verse 13, what are you?
According to Matthew 5: verse 13, what are you?
According to Matthew 5, verse 14, what are you?
According to Matthew 5, verse 14, what are you?
What do people do to a lamp to enjoy its light?
What do people do to a lamp to enjoy its light?
When a light is put on its stand what does it do?
When a light is put on its stand what does it do?
Why should we let our light shine before others?
Why should we let our light shine before others?
Did Jesus say he came to abolish the Law or the prophets?
Did Jesus say he came to abolish the Law or the prophets?
What did Jesus say he came to do with the Law and the prophets?
What did Jesus say he came to do with the Law and the prophets?
What did Jesus say would happen to someone who teaches people that they don't have to follow God's commands?
What did Jesus say would happen to someone who teaches people that they don't have to follow God's commands?
What did Jesus say was the same as murdering our brother?
What did Jesus say was the same as murdering our brother?
If we have been angry with our brother or sister (or anyone), what did Jesus say we should do before offering our gift at the altar?
If we have been angry with our brother or sister (or anyone), what did Jesus say we should do before offering our gift at the altar?
If someone wants to take us to court what should we do?
If someone wants to take us to court what should we do?
What does Jesus say is the same thing as adultery?
What does Jesus say is the same thing as adultery?
Finish this sentence: It is better for you to lose one part of your body than...
Finish this sentence: It is better for you to lose one part of your body than...
What should we let be our 'Yes'?
What should we let be our 'Yes'?
Did Jesus say we should resist an evil person?
Did Jesus say we should resist an evil person?
If someone slaps us on the right cheek, what should we do?
If someone slaps us on the right cheek, what should we do?
If someone asks us to give to them, what should we do?
If someone asks us to give to them, what should we do?
If someone wants to borrow from us, what should we do?
If someone wants to borrow from us, what should we do?
What should we do to those who persecute us?
What should we do to those who persecute us?
What should we do to our enemies?
What should we do to our enemies?
Who does God cause his sun to rise on?
Who does God cause his sun to rise on?
To whom does God send rain?
To whom does God send rain?
If you love those who love you, what reward will you get?
If you love those who love you, what reward will you get?
If you greet only your friends, what are you doing more than others?
If you greet only your friends, what are you doing more than others?
Flashcards
Mountainside Teachings
Mountainside Teachings
Jesus taught from a mountainside, symbolizing authority.
The Beatitudes
The Beatitudes
Blessed statements highlighting virtues in God's kingdom.
Poor in Spirit
Poor in Spirit
Those who acknowledge their spiritual need are blessed.
Comfort for Mourning
Comfort for Mourning
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Meekness
Meekness
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Hunger for Righteousness
Hunger for Righteousness
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Mercy
Mercy
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Pure in Heart
Pure in Heart
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Peacemakers
Peacemakers
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Persecution Promises
Persecution Promises
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Salt of the Earth
Salt of the Earth
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Light of the World
Light of the World
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Lamp on a Stand
Lamp on a Stand
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Enduring Law
Enduring Law
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Prominent in Heaven
Prominent in Heaven
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Anger and Reconciliation
Anger and Reconciliation
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Lust and Adultery
Lust and Adultery
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Sin Prevention Measures
Sin Prevention Measures
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Integrity in Speech
Integrity in Speech
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Non-Retaliation
Non-Retaliation
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Love for Enemies
Love for Enemies
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Prayer for Persecutors
Prayer for Persecutors
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Call to Perfection
Call to Perfection
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Foundational Christian Ethics
Foundational Christian Ethics
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Challenging Societal Norms
Challenging Societal Norms
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Empathy in Suffering
Empathy in Suffering
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Divine Approval of Peacemaking
Divine Approval of Peacemaking
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Fulfillment through Righteousness
Fulfillment through Righteousness
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Humility's Value
Humility's Value
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Study Notes
Key Teachings from Matthew Chapter 5
- Jesus delivered his teachings while sitting on a mountainside, indicating a place of authority and reverence.
- The Beatitudes highlight characteristics and actions that align with God's kingdom, beginning with "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3).
- Comfort is promised to those who mourn, emphasizing God’s empathy towards human suffering (Matthew 5:4).
- The meek are assured of inheriting the earth, showcasing the value of humility (Matthew 5:5).
- A deep yearning for righteousness is rewarded with fulfillment (Matthew 5:6).
- The merciful are promised mercy, reinforcing the reciprocal nature of compassion (Matthew 5:7).
- Those who are pure in heart will see God, illustrating the importance of inner holiness (Matthew 5:8).
- Peacemakers are recognized as children of God, emphasizing the divine approval of peacemaking (Matthew 5:9).
- Persecution for righteousness leads to the same promise of citizenship in the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:10).
- Insults and false accusations due to faith are reasons to rejoice, as they align with the experiences of the prophets (Matthew 5:11-12).
Imagery and Metaphors
- Salt symbolizes preservation and flavor; losing saltiness renders it worthless (Matthew 5:13).
- Believers are described as the light of the world, representing guidance and truth (Matthew 5:14).
- A lamp is intended to be placed on a stand for maximum visibility, symbolizing the purpose of good deeds (Matthew 5:15-16).
Relationship to the Law
- Jesus asserts the enduring nature of the Law; not even the smallest detail will fade until fulfillment (Matthew 5:18).
- Those who practice and teach God's commands occupy a prominent place in the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:19).
Teachings on Anger and Adultery
- Anger towards a brother is equated with murder, urging reconciliation before worship (Matthew 5:21-24).
- Lustful thoughts are condemned as equivalent to adultery, stressing the importance of purity in thought (Matthew 5:27-28).
- Extreme measures are advised for sin prevention, illustrating the seriousness of sin to the point of self-sacrifice (Matthew 5:29-30).
Oaths and Retaliation
- Jesus encourages integrity in speech, advocating that one's "yes" or "no" be sufficient without swearing by anything (Matthew 5:33-37).
- The concept of "an eye for an eye" is challenged, promoting non-retaliation and generosity towards those who wrong us (Matthew 5:38-42).
Love and Prayer
- A revolutionary command to love enemies is emphasized, highlighting God's impartiality in blessings (Matthew 5:44-45).
- Prayer for persecutors reflects a deeper understanding of love and forgiveness beyond societal norms (Matthew 5:44).
Call to Perfection
- A final exhortation calls for believers to strive for perfection, mirroring the perfection of God (Matthew 5:48), illustrating the high moral standards expected from followers.
Conclusion
- Overall, Matthew Chapter 5 presents foundational Christian ethics, beckoning followers towards love, mercy, humility, and integrity while challenging societal norms of justice and retaliation.
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Test your knowledge on Matthew chapter 5 with these flashcards. These questions cover key verses and themes from the chapter, helping you deepen your understanding of Jesus' teachings. Perfect for study sessions or group discussions!