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Luke 22:38 - Two Swords are Enough.

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YellowStone:
Kent, good point!  :)

However, if Jesus was indeed speaking of literal swords, why then did he not say:  "Did you not hear me, if one of you lacks a sword then he shall sell his garment in order to buy one."

By my calculations, two swords would have been "literally" about eight short. Yet Jesus said, two were enough?????

I agree with Paul, there is a significant spiritual undertone in this Scripture.

Thanks,
Darren

trettep:
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Kent:
Well, it's possible that you are both correct  ;)
My beliefs have changed recently...
I used to flip-flop like a politician on this issue all the time.

I dont have a sword, I have the modern day equivalent.

The way I read it, Jesus rebuked Peter for using that sword when he wasn't supposed to. He didnt say to get rid of it, he said to put it away. The sword He told them to buy was for AFTER He was taken up in the clouds. Christ knew that while He was here, He could call down legions to protect Him.
Lopping off a slaves ear didn't do anyone any good, and it shows the mercy of Christ to fix what Peter did.

There is a big difference between taking up the sword as a way of life, and using it in a righteous manner in defense of self and others.

But, I know that not everyone sees it this way so I dont push it.

trettep:
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hillsbororiver:
Here is a verse I think can be applied to the literal sword of protecting loved ones;

1Ti 5:8  But if any provide not for his own and especially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith and is worse than an infidel.

Isn't it interesting that if we are seeking a spiritual meaning to this even with Peter and the servant that it was an ear that was injured rather than a finger or nose or foot? We all are familiar with the "Sword of His Word" we "hear" Him through our spiritual ears.

Is there an admonishment here to subdue our own vigor and passion in regard to the new things we are learning, being on the attack to prove ourselves right, win debates with those who are not ready, have not yet been the ears to hear?

Peter was ready to fight that evening but a few hours later he was denying the Lord three times.

Discretion and discernment (which is spiritual maturity) must used when sharing His treasures with others, we must consider where these folks are presently at in their own journey, a babe will choke when he is given meat rather than milk before he is ready.

Paul also uses the ear (in a more subtle fashion) as an example of speaking to (or at) people who are not ready to "hear."

1Co 13:1  Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal.

A very interesting thread!

His Peace to you,

Joe

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