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	HIDDEN LDS/JEWISH INSIGHTS #33 New Testament Gospel Doctrine Supplement by Daniel Rona Weekly E-mail Reminder << YE ARE THE TEMPLE OF GOD >> 1 Corinthians 1–6 Respect, a Solution for Sexual Impurity and Contention ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (1.) RESPECT RATHER THAN CONTENTION: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Paul teaches that since there will always be reasons for differing points of view, yet, disagreeable and contentious tendencies must be removed. This is also a part of Jewish philosophy based on the Torah (The Biblical Law). “If a sage becomes angry, his wisdom departs from him.” “The term "wisdom" (Hebrew hokhmah) has a wide range of meanings in different contexts, ranging from intelligence to an ethical and religious quality of life. Wisdom, however, was not considered to be just intellectual ability or capacity; true wisdom had to be based on the fear of God and on a moral way of life.” (Encyclopedia Judaica Jr.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2.) IN MORAL CONFLICT, JOSEPH “GOT HIMSELF OUT.” ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- An example of moral strength is found in ancient Joseph, the son of Jacob. He was a trusted servant of Potiphar yet refused the amorous overtures of Potiphar’s wife. In a compromising situation he simply “got himself out.” (Genesis 39:11-12) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (3.) BODY AND SOUL: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In LDS doctrine, the body with its spirit constitutes the soul (DC 88:15). Even though Judaism generally refers to the soul as only the spirit of a person, Jewish thought is relevant. “A person's soul is that part of him that loves God and . . . wants to be like Him . . . the mitzvot which God gave are to be performed with the body. Thus the physical actions of man are sanctified . . . even sex . . . in the proper framework, marriage, is in accordance with the will of God and is a mitzvah.” (Encyclopedia Judaica Jr.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (4.) DETAILED LEGISLATION CONCERNING SEXUAL BEHAVIOR: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Noted in the Bible, the Talmud and subsequent rabbinic literature: “Celibacy (complete abstinence from all sexual activity) is discouraged as an unnatural state . . . The primary restriction of sexual activity in Jewish law is that it should take place within marriage, as an expression of love between husband and wife as well as out of a desire to fulfill God's commandments . . . which ensure that the couple does not indulge in sex on impulse but rather directs the act to holiness. (Encyclopedia Judaica Jr.) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (5.) LATTER-DAY SAINT DOCTRINE IS MORE DEFINITIVE: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Any sexual contact or activity with any body, including your own body, that leads to improper sexual emotions is simply unwarranted. Obviously, the world’s mass media culture generally disagrees with such a standard. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (6.) DISAGREEMENTS AND DISPUTES – ARBITRATION AND JUDGMENTS: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Lord gave us a simple instruction in resolving disputes. “. . . first be reconciled to thy brother . . . agree with thine adversary quickly . . .” (Matthew 5:23-25) Personal reconciliation sometimes requires arbitration and the judgment of disengaged persons; therefore, a judicial system was established in Biblical times. “The Hebrew word for court is bet din . . . which literally means "house of judgment" “Upon Israel's entry into their land, they were obligated to establish courts in every town. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (7.) LDS JUDGMENT: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Latter-day Saints are also advised to settle differences and disagreements before they develop into disputes. “Being the kingdom of God on earth and having a perfect organization, provision is made . . . either before a bishop’s court or a stake presidency and high council.” (Bruce R. McConkie, Mormon Doctrine, Page 134) “. . . Before we judge each other we should look at the design of the heart, and if it is evil, then chasten that individual, and take a course to bring him back again to righteousness.” (Discourses of Brigham Young, Page.149 -150) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (8.) RESPECT: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The principle of respect for our tabernacles of flesh, temples of God, governs the spiritual, emotional, and physical context of life. Our complete morality can be measured by the respect we have for ourselves, each other, and, thereby, our God.
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