Jesus Adds Flashcards
You Shall Not Kill
Anger, name calling, holding grudges
Meaning –> We should not harm a part of anyone
You Shall Not Commit Adultery
(having sexual relations with someone you are not married to)
Lust (envision, topless,)
Meaning –> respect people for all their parts
Do not take a false oath but make good to the Lord all that you vow (Do not swear falsely)
Reputation! Let your yes be yes.
Meaning –> Be a person of character so people believe you
An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth
“I deserve an equal amount back”
Do more.
“Turn the extra cheek”
“Go the extra mile”
Meaning –> Forgive yourself. Self love. Lead with the unhurt cheek for your own sake.
You shall love your neighbour and hate your enemy
Love your enemy and pray for those who persecute you.
Meaning –> love them cuz you are from God. Nobody is your enemy. Everyone is a neighbour.
Since men could only ask for a divorce in this time, what would happen to their abandoned wives?
1) remarry (problematic!)
2) Sex work