Matthew 18:9

"If your hand or your foot causes you to stumble, cut it off and cast it from you. It is better for you to enter into life maimed or crippled, rather than having two hands or two feet to be cast into the eternal fire."

Key Reflection

This passage underscores the severity of sin by comparing it to physical disabilities that prevent one from entering the kingdom of heaven whole. Jesus emphasizes the importance of removing any obstacle, no matter how seemingly insignificant, to avoid eternal punishment.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 9. No Barnes text on this verse. See Barnes on "Mt 18:8" {d} "enter into life" Heb 4:11 {e} "two eyes" Lu 9:25 __________________________________________________________________

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