Matthew 5:29-30. “And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck…
““Matthew 5:29-30. “And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Physical removal of offending parts is a metaphor for eliminating harmful habits to protect spiritual well‑being.
In simple terms: Remove harmful habits for spiritual health.
Key Takeaway
Practice self‑discipline.
Themes
morality
self‑control
spiritual purification
metaphor
religious teaching
Mood
spiritual
ethical
Type
Right hand:1
Offend Thee:1
Matthew 29:1
Perish Thy:1
Eye Offend:1
Cast Thee:1
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- faith studies
- ethical workshops
Key Concepts
ethical behavior
personal sacrifice
biblical interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits offend you?
- How can you 'remove' them safely?
A Different Perspective
Literal interpretation can be misapplied.