Sixth Sunday after Epiphany; 13 February 2022; Epiphany 6C (RCL); Jeremiah 17:5-10; Psalm 1; 1 Corinthians 15:12-20; Luke 6:17-26.
We are used to hearing the Beatitudes in Matthew’s version, and Luke’s version is a little shocking. Matthew’s Jesus addresses the Beatitudes to a third-person, plural group — blessed are those people. Luke’s Jesus addresses his to a second-person, plural audience — blessed are you all. Matthew’s Jesus spiritualizes the Beatitudes — blessed are the poor in spirit; blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. Luke’s Jesus speaks directly to real situations — blessed are you poor; blessed are you hungry.
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