A Character of Righteous Integrity in Light of God’s Reign: The Spirituality of Jesus According to Matthew

This essay examines Matthew’s depiction of both the spirituality demonstrated by Jesus’ actions and words (his own spirituality) and the spirituality he preaches (prescribes/expects of others). Key Matthean themes interweave in this topic. Jesus’ own spirituality and that which he expects of his fol...

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Main Author: Stack, Judith V. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: MDPI 2024
In: Religions
Year: 2024, Volume: 15, Issue: 8
Further subjects:B Spirituality
B Righteousness
B Gospel of Matthew
B Reign of God
B Integrity
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