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1. news.harvard.edu › gazette › storyThe death penalty and Christianity — Harvard Gazette

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   Clooney questions the reasoning of those who say Christians should support the death penalty, but also suggests that opponents who quote Jesus may not be comfortable with the logical extension of the teachings they cite.

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   Jan 10, 2022 · Does Jesus condemn the death penalty in Matthew 5:38-39? If not, what did he mean? The answer is "No." Jesus is teaching Christians to avoid paying blow for a blow or taking revenge.

3. www.academia.edu › 3472121 › Capital_Punishment(PDF) Capital Punishment, Covenant Justice, and the Cross of ...

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   Whereas Jesus’ teaching puts the death penalty out of practice, God’s redemption in Christ nails the death penalty to the cross. God nails to the cross both the legal record of our sins and the legal demand (or judicial order) that condemns us to death on account of our sins.

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4. www.researchgate.net › publication › 335465166(PDF) The Abolishment of Capital Punishment: Genesis 9:6 and ...

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   Genesis 9:6 states, “Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed, for God made man in his own image.” (ESV) It is argued that this verse establishes capital punishment....

5. biblescripture.net › should-christians-support-theShould Christians support the death penalty? A Biblical ...

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   Aug 6, 2024 · We explore various passages and teachings that address justice, mercy, and the sanctity of life, providing insights into how these principles might influence a Christian’s stance on the death penalty. 1. Old Testament references to capital punishment.

6. www.umass.edu › legal › LorenzGOD AND THE EXECUTIONER: THE INFLUENCE OF WESTERN RELIGION ON ...

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   HIGHLIGHT: In this Essay, Professor Douglas conducts an historical review of religious attitudes toward capital punishment and the influence of those attitudes on the state's use of the death penalty.

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   What is capital punishment?

   • Capital punishment, also known as death penalty, is a government sanctioned practice whereby a person is put to death by the state as a punishment for a crime.

   (PDF) The Death Penalty - ResearchGate

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   Does the Bible support the death penalty?

   • R. Albert Mohler Jr., president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, has argued that “ the Bible clearly calls for capital punishment in the case of intentional murder.” But Christian activist and author Shane Claiborne has countered that the teachings of Jesus provide no support for the death penalty.

   The death penalty and Christianity — Harvard Gazette

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   Is the death penalty mentioned in the Old Testament?

   • Old Testament references to capital punishment The first point to consider in our examination of the biblical perspective on the death penalty is the Old Testament. Here, capital punishment is explicitly stated in the Mosaic Law.

   Should Christians support the death penalty? A Biblical perspective

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   What does Genesis 9 6 say about capital punishment?

   • Genesis 9:6 states, “Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed, for God made man in his own image.” (ESV) It is argued that this verse establishes capital punishment. However, this research paper claims that Genesis 9:6 can be translated in a way that does not specify who executes the judgment of shedding blood.

   (PDF) The Abolishment of Capital Punishment: Genesis 9:6 and the

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   Does the Bible have a case for capital punishment?

   • As we’ve seen, the Bible presents both a case for capital punishment in the Old Testament and a strong emphasis on mercy and forgiveness in the New Testament. This dichotomy leads us to a crucial point – the balance between justice and mercy in Christian theology.

   Should Christians support the death penalty? A Biblical perspective

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   Does Jesus condemn capital punishment?

   • Jesus is not condemning capital punishment in this passage. Neither is he suggesting that the powers that be not punish lawbreakers. The apostle Paul remarked in his letter to the Roman Christians, For he [i.e., one of society's "higher powers," such as law enforcement or a trial by judge and jury] the minister of God to thee for good.

   Does Jesus condemn the death penalty in Matthew 5:38-39? If not, what

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8. www.researchgate.net › publication › 313876668(PDF) The Death Penalty - ResearchGate

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   Sep 1, 2016 · Capital punishment, also known as death penalty, is a government sanctioned practice whereby a person is put to death by the state as a punishment for a crime.