The Jefferson Bible: The Life and Morals of Jesus of NazarethCourier Corporation, 02/03/2012 - 96 من الصفحات "Question with boldness even the existence of a god," Thomas Jefferson asserted, "because if there be one, he must more approve of the homage of reason than that of blindfolded fear." America's third president regarded Jesus as a moral guide rather than a divinity, and in The Jefferson Bible, he highlights Christ's ethical teachings from the Gospels. Discarding the scriptures' supernatural elements and dogma, this volume reflects the deist view of religion, focusing on Jesus' message of absolute love and service. Jefferson undertook his self-appointed task in 1794, consulting not only the King James Bible but also Greek, French, and Latin versions. He selected verses from the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, and arranged them in chronological order to form a single narrative. Although Jefferson shared his interpretation with friends and family, he declined to publish it, in keeping with his conviction that religion is a private matter—and also to avoid providing his political enemies with ammunition. Not until the turn of the twentieth century did the book appear in print, when it became a tradition to present it to new members of Congress. Unique and influential, this volume reflects not only the thinking of one of the nation's most brilliant statesmen, but also the ideology of the Enlightenment era. |
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... heard him were astonished at his understand- ing and answers . 8. And when they saw him , they were amazed : and his mother said unto him , Son , why hast thou thus dealt with us ? behold , thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing ...
... heard him were astonished at his understand- ing and answers . 8. And when they saw him , they were amazed : and his mother said unto him , Son , why hast thou thus dealt with us ? behold , thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing ...
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... heard that John was cast into prison , he departed into Galilee ; 3. For Herod himself had sent forth and laid hold ... heard him , he did many things , and heard him gladly . 7. And when a convenient day was come , that Herod on his ...
... heard that John was cast into prison , he departed into Galilee ; 3. For Herod himself had sent forth and laid hold ... heard him , he did many things , and heard him gladly . 7. And when a convenient day was come , that Herod on his ...
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... heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: 25. But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the ...
... heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: 25. But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the ...
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... heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: 31. But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. 32. And if thy right eye ...
... heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: 31. But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. 32. And if thy right eye ...
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... heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. 47. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and ...
... heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. 47. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and ...
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