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by FrustratedMonky
996 days ago
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Was not aware of that one. Seems that even among Christians that passage is a little in debate. Was it a metaphor for spiritual sword? Was it just for show? or Real defense? "the sword that Jesus commands His disciples to acquire is not an iron sword but the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God." https://www.christianity.com/wiki/jesus-christ/what-did-jesu... "Maybe this explains why Jesus replied with “that is enough” in Luke 22:38 upon hearing that the disciples already possessed two swords: their purpose was for show, not for action. (Alternatively, He may have been frustrated with their resolute tendency to accept His teachings literally)." However, instead of thanking Peter for protecting Him, Jesus gives His disciple His own earful — of chastisement! “‘Put your sword back in its place,’ Jesus said to him, ‘for all who draw the sword will die by the sword” (Matthew 26:52). Additionally, He heals Malchus’ ear. |
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