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THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT pp. 92-98 Slide 2 The Sermon on the Mount This video shows the site of where it is believed Jesus gave his Sermon on the Mount https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_c9bwppjac#t= 38 Slide 3 The Beatitudes Primary recipients were the disciples but they are given to everyone else who is present. Like Moses, Jesus goes up a mountain/mount but instead of receiving the Law, Jesus speaks the Law just as God did. They are promises of happiness that have already been given or about to be received the gift is the kingdom of heaven. 1 st 4 about the poor, next 4 about our neighbour. Slide 4 Salt and Light The image of salt and light are the mission of the disciples. Salt is necessary for food and the witness of the disciples are essential. Light, once received must shine forth. Slide 5 The Law and the Prophets This begins a series of contrasts between the Law of the prophets and Jesus teaching Jesus does not abolish the Torah, but rather he gives it its deepest meaning. Jesus doesnt take away the Old Testament. Slide 6 Concerning Anger New interpretation to the fifth commandment. Every angry impulse is as damnable as murder Affirms that humanity is precious Slide 7 Concerning Adultery and Divorce Jesus connects the 6 th commandment to the 9 th (text has an error; 10 th ) commandment. Jesus presents a teaching on sexuality and marriage. Coveting is just as bad as committing the act. Tearing out ones eyes is to be taken metaphorically. Slide 8 Concerning Oaths Jesus give a new interpretation on the Jewish custom of making oaths (pronouncing them in the Name of God.). Gods Holy Name is not to be used. Jesus insists on giving and keeping your word. Slide 9 Concerning Retaliation An eye for an eye Jesus encourages us to respond to evil with good. Jesus encourages us to turn the other cheek and give everything. Slide 10 Love for Enemies Jesus redefines love for neighbour as a gesture of good to all including your enemy. We are called to refrain from doing harm and to imitate the Father. Slide 11 Concerning Almsgiving Jesus talks about true religion correct behaviour toward the Father. Almsgiving, prayer and fasting (penance). We are called to perform acts of piety to please God and not to display them for win favour with others. Slide 12 Concerning Prayer Jesus gives us the Our Father. Abba Father Daddy The prayer is addressed to the Father but the second part focuses on us bringing up human concerns. Slide 13 Concerning Fasting Fasting and penance is to be done privately as it is intended for the Father and not for others. Slide 14 Concerning Treasures and Worry Jesus teaches us how to seek the Kingdom of God. The treasure is the instruction of Jesus and the glory of the Father. This section reflects on dealing with earthly worries in light of the real treasure the Kingdom of God. Slide 15 Judging Others The four exhortations: Dont Judge Dont give sacred things to dogs Ask and you shall receive Follow the Golden Rule (summary of the Sermon on the Mount) Slide 16 The Narrow Gate Dont follow the masses (the herd) make a personal choice to enter the narrow gate of Jesus teachings. Beware of false prophets true prophets are the ones doing the work of God.