The Sermon on the Mount is found in the Gospel of Matthew, chapters 5-7.

Here's a summary:

  • The Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-12): This section begins with nine blessings for those who are spiritually poor, mourn, are meek, hunger and thirst for righteousness, are merciful, pure in heart, peacemakers, and persecuted for righteousness' sake.1
  • Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-16): Jesus compares his followers to salt and light, emphasizing their role in influencing the world.
  • Fulfilling the Law (Matthew 5:17-48): Jesus explains that he did not come to abolish the Law of Moses but to fulfill it. He provides interpretations of several commandments, such as those concerning murder, adultery, and oaths.
  • Prayer (Matthew 6:1-18): Jesus teaches his disciples how to pray, emphasizing sincerity and avoiding ostentatious displays of piety.
  • Fasting and Giving (Matthew 6:19-18): Jesus instructs his followers on how to fast and give to the needy, again emphasizing the importance of doing so in secret.
  • Worry (Matthew 6:25-34): Jesus addresses the issue of worry, urging his followers to trust in God's provision for their needs.
  • Judging Others (Matthew 7:1-6): Jesus warns against judging others harshly, emphasizing the importance of self-examination.
  • The Golden Rule (Matthew 7:12): Jesus teaches the Golden Rule: "So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets."2
  • The Two Ways (Matthew 7:13-27): Jesus contrasts the "narrow gate" that leads to life with the "broad road" that leads to destruction. He emphasizes the importance of building one's life on a solid foundation.

The Sermon on the Mount is considered one of the most important teachings of Jesus Christ. It provides a framework for Christian living, emphasizing love, compassion, and humility.

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