• Sermon on the Mount: An Aramaic Perspective

  • Feb 14 2025
  • Length: 9 mins
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Sermon on the Mount: An Aramaic Perspective

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  • This text examines Jesus' Sermon on the Mount from the perspective of the Aramaic language and culture. It posits that Jesus likely delivered the sermon in Galilean Aramaic, and explores how key concepts and phrases carry deeper significance when understood through this linguistic lens. The study highlights Aramaic nuances in words like "blessed," "poor in spirit," and "fulfillment of the Law," revealing their original connotations of divine favor, humility, and completeness. Furthermore, it connects Jesus' teachings to the cultural and historical context of Aramaic-speaking Galilee, where his message resonated with ordinary people seeking spiritual hope under Roman rule. By analyzing the Aramaic roots, the analysis aims to offer a richer understanding of Jesus' message, emphasizing its timeless call to righteousness, love, and peace.

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