Personal Interpretation of Morality

This chapter explores the significance of individual interpretation in understanding moral teachings, linking concepts from Confucianism and Aristotle's virtue ethics. It critiques rigid adherence to laws, emphasizing that true morality emerges from character instead of mere rule-following, particularly in the context of Jesus's compassionate approach compared to modern Christian practices. The discussion also addresses the discomfort modern believers face when reconciling Jesus's radical teachings on familial relationships and spiritual devotion with contemporary views on family.