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According to the chapter heading of Matthew 5, what is the name of this sermon?
Sermon on the mount
To teach this sermon, Jesus went up into a what?
mountain
Who came unto him to hear this sermon?
his disciples
According to the chapter heading of 3 Nephi 12, what are the first twelve verses of this sermon called?
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What is the meaning of the word 'beatitude'?
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What does it mean to be 'poor in spirit'?
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What will the poor in spirit receive?
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According to the Sermon at the Temple, what must the poor in spirit do in order to receive this blessing?
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What does it mean to be 'meek'?
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What will the meek inherit?
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What must one do in order to be filled?
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According to the Sermon at the Temple, these individuals will be filled with what?
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What do you do with salt which has lost its savor?
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Salt is a token of what?
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What should disciples do with their light?
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Jesus did not come to do what to the law?
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What did Jesus come to do to the law?
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What will not pass away from the law until all is fulfilled?
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What was Jesus' attitude toward those who would keep and teach others to keep the law of Moses?
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What was Jesus' attitude toward those who would break and teach others to break the law of Moses?
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What must be true of disciples' righteousness to enter heaven?
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Rather than just not kill, what should disciples not do?
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What phrase does the JST and the Sermon at the Temple omit from the commandment against anger?
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From what languages is the word 'Raca' derived and what does it suggest?
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If you remember your brother has 'aught' against you, what should you do first?
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What should you do next after reconciling with your brother?
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How does the Sermon at the Temple change the order of reconciliation and sacrifice?
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What does it mean to 'agree with thine adversary'?
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Rather than just not commit adultery, what should disciples not do?
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What should disciples do if their eye or hand offends them?
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According to the JST, in this context, what do eyes and hands represent?
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According to the JST, in this context, what is the meaning of this parable?
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According to Jesus, the highest standard of marriage is that there should be no divorce, and that the only justifiable cause for divorce would be what?
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Study Notes
Sermon on the Mount
- Jesus preaches the Sermon on the Mount, addressing moral and spiritual principles.
- He ascended a mountain to teach, attracting his disciples for an intimate teaching session.
Beatitudes
- The first twelve verses of this sermon are known as Beatitudes, which express blessings for certain virtues.
- "Beatitude" comes from 'beatus', meaning fortunate, happy, or blessed.
Spiritual Qualities
- "Poor in spirit" refers to humility and a lack of pride; they will inherit the kingdom of heaven.
- "Meekness" signifies gentleness and forgiveness, with the meek promised to inherit the earth.
Righteousness and Fulfillment
- To be filled spiritually, one must hunger and thirst for righteousness, leading to receiving the Holy Ghost.
- Jesus emphasizes he came not to destroy the law but to fulfill it; nothing will pass from the law until all is accomplished.
Law of Moses
- Those who uphold and teach the law will be considered great in the kingdom, while those who violate and teach others to do so are seen as least.
- Righteousness must exceed that of scribes and Pharisees for entry into heaven.
Anger and Reconciliation
- Disciples are instructed not only to refrain from killing but also to avoid anger towards others; the commandment is more about inner feelings.
- If a person has grievances, reconciliation with others should take precedence before worship.
Adversary and Lust
- "Agreeing with thine adversary" means quickly fostering goodwill toward one's opponent.
- Beyond not committing adultery, disciples are warned against lustful thoughts.
Personal Accountability
- If an eye or hand causes one to sin, drastic measures are advised: remove the offending body part. This symbolizes serious commitment to avoiding sin.
- The parable indicates that the eye represents one's own household, while the hand represents a friend, highlighting the need for inner purity.
Marriage and Divorce
- Jesus sets a high standard for marriage, advocating against divorce except in cases of fornication.
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