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In Ancient Times

In Ancient Times

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Jesus cites what was spoken “to the people long ago,” an expression that could also be rendered “in ancient times” or “by people long ago.” In any event, he refers to the Sixth Commandment of the Decalogue given on Mount Sinai (Exod 20:13). “Murder” is the correct rendering since the underlying Hebrew (ratsach, sometimes translated “kill”) did not include killing in self-defense, wars ordered by Yahweh, capital punishment following due process of law, or accidental manslaughter. “Subject to” could also be rendered “liable.” Christ refers to one who currently stands condemned and is therefore in danger of judgment, but judgment is not inevitable if the proper remedy is sought. Like Moses, Jesus condemns murder, but he goes on to claim that harboring wrath in one’s heart is also sinful and deserving of punishment (he doesn’t say it is as bad!).
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Blomberg, Craig. Matthew. Vol. 22. Nashville: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 1992. Print. The New American Commentary.

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