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In The Bible, specifically in Mark 10:21, Jesus tells the rich man to sell all his possessions and give to the poor, promising that he will have treasure in heaven as a result. This call to sell his goods emphasizes the importance of prioritizing spiritual wealth over material wealth. By doing so, the rich man would not only help those in need but also secure a place in the eternal kingdom.
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What did the poor think of jesus?
Well, Jesus was poor. He decided to be poor so He could show love to the poor in ways no one else was willing to. BUT this does not mean He only loves the poor. God loves everyone. Yes, He loves you too. He loves everyone no matter what they have done or how many times they have done it. His love and grace is unconditional. Anyway, the poor loved Jesus as He loved them. They wanted His healing, and He gave it to them. He can heal anyone of anything, even today. Isn't He amazing?
How many times did Jesus talk about the poor?
Jesus spoke about the poor 13 times in the Gospels.
In the Wife's tale what does the old lady promise the knight?
The old woman tells the knight that it is not shameful to be poor and relates this to Jesus being poor and not wishing for material objects. She also tells him that her age directly correlates with her level of faithfulness.
What was wrong with Zacchaeus's behaviour before he met Jesus?
Zacchaeus was recognised as a sinner by his friends, (Luke 19.7), and repented - Luke 19.8) 8. "And Zacchaeus stood, and said unto the Lord; Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; and if I have taken any thing from any man by false accusation, I restore [him] fourfold." And Jesus acknowledged his repentance in the next verse. So before he met Jesus, Zacchaeus was a thief and a skinflint according to his own words. But Jesus gave him salvation.
Is Jesus teaching 'blessed are the poor in spirit' means financially poor?
No Jesus was talking of poor in spirit, and nothing to do with finance. As those who are "Poor in Spirit" have the most to gain.
What are most of the facts about Mother Teresa?
Mother Teresa considered Jesus as her husband. She promise not to get marry or have any children. She was a nun in Catholic Church. She helped poorest of the poor of India. She spent her whole life by helping homeless, diseased, poor people, children and some are adults.
What is money for the poor called?
Money or goods given as charity to the poor is called alms.
How were the poor treated during the time of Jesus?
When the disciples complained that money could be better spent on the poor than on expensive perfumes and oil, Jesus told his disciples to help the poor when they could but remember that the poor will always be with them. From this, he did not think that helping the poor should take first priority.
In Jesus Christ's time what did the poor have to do?
beg.
What did pol pot promise?
to help the poor people which were the majority of ppl in combodia
How does mother Teresa's life reflect the life of Jesus?
Mother Teresa was definitely inspired by Jesus. Jesus cared for the poor and needy and so did Mother Teresa. This shows that she was determined and eager to help the poor and needy. She gave up her own life in order to fulfil her wishes and became a nun.
What Categories of poor people in Jesus time?
begged for money. what do poor people nomaly do
