The Sermon On The Mount: A New Law Of The Heart
On a gentle slope overlooking the Sea of Galilee, Jesus has delivered a discourse that redefines the requirements of the Kingdom. Moving beyond the letter of the Law, He has addressed the motives of the heart, teaching that anger is equivalent to murder and lust to adultery. The crowds are astonished, for He speaks as one having authority, not as the scribes.
This "Manifesto of the Kingdom" emphasizes the "Blessed" states of the poor in spirit, the mournful, and the peacemakers. It challenges the prevailing religious hierarchy and offers a direct path to the Father through humility and sincere devotion rather than empty ritual.
"Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them, may be compared to a wise man who built his house on the rock."
— Matthew 7:24
— Matthew 7:24
Timeline Box:
The Sermon on the Mount occurred during the first year of Jesus' public ministry.
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