To suggest victims of family violence should 'turn the other cheek' is to distort Jesus' teaching in the most toxic and destructive way. A look at the context of these words, and how they are an invitation to challenge all forms of violence and control, including within the family.
A reflection on Matthew 5:38-48 given to Sanctuary, 23 February 2020 © Alison Sampson, 2020.
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