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Matthew 5:21 · KJV

"Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

19Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.
20For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.
21Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment:
22But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.
23Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee;

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you manage anger in your life?

2

What does it mean to you to seek reconciliation?

3

When have you experienced the consequences of unresolved anger?

Life Application

relationships

Prioritize reconciliation in your relationships. Seek to resolve conflicts before they escalate.

self-reflection

Reflect on your emotions and how they affect your actions towards others.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

Jesus references the commandment against murder to deepen the understanding of moral responsibility and judgment.

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