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The Sermon on the Mount's Place in the Gospel of Matthew
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The Parallel Structure of Blessings and Woes in Matthew
Matthew presents a parallel structure between blessings and woes, illustrating two contrasting ways of living. The Sermon on the Mount in chapters 5 to 7 begins with blessings, highlighting the ways of living that align with God's kingdom and lead to life and Shalom. In contrast, the last discourse in chapter 23 contains a series of woes, representing the consequences of not following Jesus' teachings. Both sections emphasize the dichotomy between living in harmony with God's ways or facing negative outcomes. Furthermore, both the Sermon on the Mount and the last discourse end with sets of parables, each presenting two ways of living. This structure underscores the importance of understanding the entirety of Matthew's teachings to grasp the depth of the Sermon on the Mount.
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