matthew 10:34
do not suppose that i have come to bring peace to earth. i did not come to bring peace, but a sword.
i am sure there are a few different interpretations among you.
2006-10-08 19:58:18 · 21 answers · asked by slippie 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
the "i" in this verse is jesus. it is jesus speaking here.
2006-10-08 20:13:49 · update #1
Do not think I'm sissy just coz I have long hair......I came to teach you how to sword fight.
2006-10-08 20:01:53 · answer #1 · answered by Nemrac666 2 · 2⤊ 3⤋
In context, the verse is not about swords and battles but about division and conflict. The "peace" Jesus rejects is the peace of getting along, of fitting in, of the status quo. Ideas like welcoming outcastes and loving your enemies are radical, creating conflict in the nice cozy system that most people buy into. Truly changing your life to follow this Christian way can cause trouble for you, with neighbors, associates, even your own family. Jesus is not rejecting peace, he is requiring peace with justice. And that makes a lot of people nervous because that suggests they might have to change too.
2006-10-09 03:20:25 · answer #2 · answered by skepsis 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In the Bible, a sword represents the Word of God. (Read about "The Armor of God" Ephesians 6:10-19) In the chapter is talks about how He will turn family members against each other, but what He is saying is He's here to share the Word of God, and not everyone is going to accept it. For instance, a person becomes a Christian, and his or her family is Muslim. Naturally, it will cause division among the family. He's here to share the Word of God, even though it will cause divisions and controversies. If He were here to just to solely bring peace to everyone, then it defeats the purpose of Free Will. Because He didn't want to just turn others from their faith, even though He could, but He wanted us to choose. And because of our own choices, not everyone can be satisfied or be happy, or above all, at peace with one another.
As for Him bringing a sword, He's speaking about how He is the one that will ultimately defeat Satan. He's the One that bridges the gap between God and man.
I hope that this would help out a little with your question
2006-10-09 03:22:33 · answer #3 · answered by CROWN_PRINCESS 1 · 2⤊ 2⤋
The situation then was the same as in the days of the earthly life of his Son, Jesus Christ, who, after referring to his union with his heavenly Father, said: “Do not think I came to put peace upon the earth; I came to put, not peace, but a sword.” (Mt 10:32-40) Jesus’ ministry brought divisions, even within families (Lu 12:51-53), but it was because of his adherence to, and proclamation of, God’s righteous standards and truth. Division resulted because many individuals hardened their hearts against these truths while others accepted them. (Joh 8:40, 44-47; 15:22-25; 17:14) This was unavoidable if the divine principles were to be upheld; but the blame lay with the rejecters of what was right.
2006-10-09 03:58:25 · answer #4 · answered by Twilight_dreaming 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I try not to interpret every Bible passage because they can be interpreted in all kinds of different ways and can be used for ignorance and intolerance and can be used to take from the only true message of Jesus' love.Which to me, is all that matters.Not which Bible verse should be pointed out and used to say, "see!It says right there that you're a sinner" or whatever people are trying to say.The problem with doing things like that is they are also denying Jesus' own unconditional love and forgiveness and they are taking the place of God in judgment of others.
So, the Bible verse you mention, is not as important as the meaning of Christ's love and therefore has no bearing on the grand scheme of things except what people may misuse it for.
2006-10-09 03:08:47 · answer #5 · answered by BuckFush 5 · 3⤊ 2⤋
well, for one thing, it's English
I do believe that the quote contains 22 words, 9 of which are verbs. Both sentences are imperative. "I" is repeated twice.
Hm. The person speaking appears not to be from Earth. He also thinks that he has the power to cause peace or strife. It is interesting to note that a sword, although an weapon of offense, is also a weapon of defense, although, in this connotation, it appears to be the former, considering the imperative nature of the sentence. Beyond that, I don't dare speculate
2006-10-09 03:07:19 · answer #6 · answered by Shinigami 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Jesus Christ, who, after referring to his union with his heavenly Father, said: “Do not think I came to put peace upon the earth; I came to put, not peace, but a sword.” (Mt 10:32-40) Jesus’ ministry brought divisions, even within families (Lu 12:51-53), but it was because of his adherence to, and proclamation of, God’s righteous standards and truth. Division resulted because many individuals hardened their hearts against these truths while others accepted them. (Joh 8:40, 44-47; 15:22-25; 17:14) This was unavoidable if the divine principles were to be upheld; but the blame lay with the rejecters of what was right.
Sadly, however, not all respond favorably to the “good news of peace.” This produces divisions in households, with some accepting the “good news” and others rejecting it. Hence Jesus said: “Do not think I came to put peace upon the earth; I came to put, not peace, but a sword. For I came to cause division, with a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a young wife against her mother-in-law. Indeed, a man’s enemies will be persons of his own household.”
Obtaining this truth can bring effects that may not at first be expected. Usually those beginning to learn God’s truth come under some form of attack from God’s enemy, Satan the Devil, who tries to discourage them. Often it comes in the form of opposition from family or friends, or simply what people in general may think. Jesus Christ told his followers to expect this.
For an individual to endure bitter opposition from those whom he loves is not easy. But it can be done if he truly appreciates that nothing is more important than maintaining a proper relationship with the Creator and with his Son Jesus Christ.
2006-10-09 07:45:16 · answer #7 · answered by BJ 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is a good place to see this scripture in action, Is Jesus a myth, is he real, what religion are you what Church do you go to, are you this or that, I'm right your wrong,
The sword, is the bible, its two edged, it cuts, bone, and mussel, and down to the spirit.
The word of God to sinner, doesn't bring peace, but division,
And if you say your a Christan, you get a knife in you,
arguments start, strife, look at this Q&A, place.
the sword is here.
Mother agenst Doughter, father agenst son,
Faith brings the word of God, the word of God, is the sword.
The peace comes when you have Jesus in your heart,
And no weapon formed agenst you can prosper.
Everyone thinks there book is right.
The bible is the true word of God.
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2006-10-09 03:37:41 · answer #8 · answered by Faith Walker 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
In the Gospel of John Jesus Christ commanded his disciple to love each other.
I leave you my peace and that is not as the world gives.
At the Birth of Jesus Christ the heavenly Host sang ...peace and good will to men on earth.
Gospel of John 1 says sa many as those received Him (Jesus Christ) to them He gave the power to become the sons of God.
When one man believes in Jesus Christ and accept Him as his personal Savior and Lord, the heavenly peace will come op on him. this peace cant be attained by the world.
Due to this Name of Jesus, Jews Are not in harmony with Christian world, Islam is against Christian world and the Jews. This is the sword. this sword will separate the good and evil.
2006-10-09 07:33:27 · answer #9 · answered by Jac Tms 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If I remember right Matthew was one of the more militant of the disciples.you can see it in his works. Jesus called him the lion because of his fierce nature.So he looked on Jesus' teaching from a different viewpoint than the others. And stressed that Jesus was King and deserved to be treated as such.And was the Promised Messiah that would led the Jewish nation out from under the roman rule to start with.So He used militant words in his preachings.
2006-10-09 03:29:42 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
The 'sword' is the Word of God, which is Jesus.
God's Word brings about divisions as some choose to believe in Jesus as their Savior and others deny Him.
"In the beginning was the WORD, and the WORD (which is Jesus) was with God, and the WORD was God. And the WORD WAS MADE FLESH, AND DWELT AMONG US."
"Jesus came to this earth in human form and dwelt among us. (And we beheld his glory, The glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth."
-John 1:1,14.
"For the WORD of God is living and powerful, and SHARPER THAN ANY TWO-EDGED SWORD, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart." Heb 4:12
"He had in His right hand seven stars, out of His mouth went a sharp TWO-EDGED SWORD, and His countenance was like the sun shining in its strength.And He has on His robe and on His thigh a name written: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS." Rev 1:16 & 19:16
2006-10-09 03:07:46 · answer #11 · answered by NONAME 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋