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Understanding Jesus’ Beatitudes in Matthew 5

November 2, 2023October 31, 2023 by Ian Paul

The gospel lectionary reading for All Saints’ Day in Year A is Matthew 5.1–12, which is mostly composed of the set sayings of Jesus known as the Beatitudes, a name derived from the Latin translation of the opening term of each, ‘blessed’ or ‘happy’. (If you are using the alternative reading for the Fourth Sunday … Continue Reading

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Understanding the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 video discussion

November 2, 2023October 30, 2023 by Ian Paul

The gospel lectionary reading for All Saints’ Day in Year A is Matthew 5.1–12, which is mostly composed of the set sayings of Jesus known as the Beatitudes, a name derived from the Latin translation of the opening term of each, ‘blessed’ or ‘happy’. These sayings are very well known, often being cited as favourite … Continue Reading

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