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Gospel of Matthew: Jesus defines the greatest commandments
Based on the Gospel of Matthew (22:34-40), various religious commentaries reflect on the encounter between Jesus and a scholar of the Law. When questioned about which commandment is the greatest, Jesus identifies two inseparable principles: loving God with all one's heart, soul, and mind, and loving one's neighbor as oneself.
The teachings emphasize that love for God is not an abstract or purely internal sentiment, but must be expressed through concrete actions toward others. This includes showing compassion to the vulnerable, such as widows, orphans, and foreigners, as well as extending love to enemies and those considered different or marginalized.
Commentators note that these two commandments form the foundation of all religious law and prophecy, moving faith away from mere legalism or a list of rules toward a life centered on active, transformative love.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] All the Law and the Prophets depend on these two commandments. www.cercasiunfine.it · www.opusmariae.it · www.toscanatoday.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] The second commandment is to love one's neighbor as oneself. www.cercasiunfine.it · www.opusmariae.it · www.toscanatoday.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] The first and greatest commandment is to love God with all one's heart, soul, and mind. www.cercasiunfine.it · www.opusmariae.it · www.toscanatoday.it