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The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) is one of Jesus’ most iconic teachings, encompassing core ethical and spiritual principles of Christianity. It begins with the Beatitudes, which highlight virtues such as humility, mercy, and purity of heart. Jesus emphasizes the full fulfillment of the Law, urging followers to go beyond external actions and focus on the heart’s intentions (e.g., loving enemies, honesty without oaths). He addresses prayer (including the Lord’s Prayer), trust in God, seeking the Kingdom of Heaven, and the importance of living out His teachings. It concludes with the analogy of a house built on rock, symbolizing faith grounded in His words. Regarded as a manifesto for ethical living, justice, and authentic relationships with God and others, it remains a foundational text for Christian morality.

When Jesus declared in Matthew 5:20 that righteousness must surpass that of the Pharisees and teachers of the law, He issued a radical challenge:

When Jesus declared in Matthew 5:20 that righteousness must surpass that of the Pharisees and teachers of the law, He issued a radical challenge:

Yochanan
April 27, 2025

Matthew 5:20 (NIV):“For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the...

When Jesus addressed anger in the heart in the Sermon on the Mount, He did more than correct behavior—He revealed the very root of human conflict:

When Jesus addressed anger in the heart in the Sermon on the Mount, He did more than correct behavior—He revealed the very root of human conflict:

Yochanan
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Matthew 5:21–22 (NIV):“You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone...

Jesus and the Law: Fulfillment, Not Abolishment

Jesus and the Law: Fulfillment, Not Abolishment

Yochanan
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In Matthew 5:17–20 (Amazon), Jesus speaks directly to a tension that still challenges many believers today: how to relate to...

Salt and Light: Understanding Our Role in a Darkened World

Salt and Light: Understanding Our Role in a Darkened World

Yochanan
April 22, 2025

In the Sermon on the Mount (Amazon), immediately after the Beatitudes, Jesus gives His followers a clear identity and mission:...

Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit: A Reflection on Humility and Dependence

Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit: A Reflection on Humility and Dependence

Yochanan
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The phrase “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:3) marks the very...

The Beatitudes: A Pathway to Inner Peace and True Happiness

The Beatitudes: A Pathway to Inner Peace and True Happiness

Yochanan
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The Beatitudes, spoken by Jesus at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:1–12) Amazon, form one of...

How to Apply Matthew 5 in Daily Life as a Christian

How to Apply Matthew 5 in Daily Life as a Christian

Yochanan
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Discover how to apply Matthew 5 in daily life. Learn practical steps to live out Jesus’ teachings in real situations...

Salt of the Earth and Light of the World: What Jesus Meant

Salt of the Earth and Light of the World: What Jesus Meant

Yochanan
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Right after presenting the Beatitudes in Matthew 5, Jesus turns to His disciples and delivers two powerful and unforgettable declarations:...

The Power of Righteousness in Jesus’ Teachings

The Power of Righteousness in Jesus’ Teachings

Yochanan
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In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus doesn’t just teach about morality—He calls His followers into a new way of...

Peacemakers and the True Meaning of Peace in Matthew 5

Peacemakers and the True Meaning of Peace in Matthew 5

Yochanan
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In the heart of the Beatitudes, Jesus speaks a blessing over a group of people who often go unnoticed or...

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