Topical Encyclopedia The Golden Rule, often summarized as "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you," is a foundational ethical principle found in the teachings of Jesus Christ. This principle is central to Christian ethics and is reflected in various passages throughout the Bible, emphasizing love, empathy, and moral reciprocity.Matthew 7:12 : "So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets." This verse is part of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, where He encapsulates the essence of the Law and the Prophets. The Golden Rule here is presented as a comprehensive guide to righteous living, highlighting its importance in fulfilling God's commandments. Luke 6:31 : "Do to others as you would have them do to you." In this passage, Jesus reiterates the Golden Rule in the context of loving one's enemies and showing mercy. It underscores the call to extend kindness and fairness universally, even to those who may not reciprocate. Leviticus 19:18 : "Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD." While not explicitly the Golden Rule, this Old Testament commandment lays the groundwork for the principle by instructing the Israelites to love their neighbors, which Jesus later expands upon in His teachings. Romans 13:8-10 : "Owe no one anything, except to love one another; for he who loves his neighbor has fulfilled the law. The commandments, 'You shall not commit adultery,' 'You shall not murder,' 'You shall not steal,' 'You shall not covet,' and whatever other commandment there may be, are summed up in this one decree: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' Love does no wrong to its neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law." The Apostle Paul echoes the sentiment of the Golden Rule by emphasizing that love is the fulfillment of the law. This passage connects the ethical treatment of others with the broader Christian duty to love. James 2:8 : "If you really fulfill the royal law stated in Scripture, 'Love your neighbor as yourself,' you are doing well." James refers to the command to love one's neighbor as the "royal law," aligning it with the Golden Rule. This reinforces the idea that treating others with the same respect and care one desires is a key aspect of living a life pleasing to God. Galatians 5:14 : "The entire law is fulfilled in a single decree: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'" Paul reiterates the centrality of love in Christian ethics, suggesting that the Golden Rule encapsulates the essence of the law. This passage highlights the simplicity and profoundness of the principle in guiding moral conduct. The Golden Rule, as taught by Jesus and echoed throughout the New Testament, serves as a timeless ethical guideline for Christians. It calls believers to reflect God's love and justice in their interactions with others, embodying the heart of Christian moral teaching. Nave's Topical Index Leviticus 19:18You shall not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of your people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the LORD. Nave's Topical Index Deuteronomy 5:14,15 Matthew 7:12 Luke 6:31 Romans 13:9 Galatians 5:14 Library Concerning the Sacrament of Penance What the Scriptures Principally Teach: the Ruin and Recovery of ... The Scriptures Reveal Eternal Life through Jesus Christ The Evening of the Third Day in Passion-Week - on the Mount of ... From the Close of the General Conference of 1812 to the Death of ... On the Words Incarnate, and Made Man. The Second Helvetic Confession, AD 1566. On the Third Day He Rose Again from the Dead; He Ascended into ... The Sins of Communities Noted and Punished. On the Clause, and Shall Come in Glory to Judge the Quick and the ... Resources Is it possible for gold dust to come down during a church service? | GotQuestions.orgWhat sort of pagan revelry did the Israelites indulge in (Exodus 32:6)? | GotQuestions.org Is “do unto others as you would have them do unto you” a biblical statement? | GotQuestions.org Golden: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
    |