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The Sermon on the Mount
The major discourse of Jesus in Matthew's Gospel containing the Beatitudes and the New Law.
The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) is the definitive proclamation of the New Law of the Gospel, which fulfills and perfects the Old Law (CCC 1965-1968). It begins with the Beatitudes, the 'blueprint' for the Christian life (CCC 1716-1717).
The Law of Love
In this sermon, Jesus internalizes the commandments, teaching that true righteousness comes from the heart and is summarized in the love of God and neighbor (CCC 1968, 2844).
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the mount located? Traditional identifies it as the Mount of Beatitudes overlooking the Sea of Galilee.
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