AboutEdward Bode Expertise A scholar of Jewish and Christian scripture (biblical studies), I hold graduate degrees from three universities in Rome [Italy]: Pontifical Gregorian University, Pontifical Biblical Institute, and the University of St. Thomas.
I also have a master's degree in English.
My special interests are the gospels of the New Testament and the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Experience I have taught at three universities and two colleges.My published works include one book, several articles in scholarly journals, and numerous book reviews.
I hold a doctorate in sacred theology from the University of St. Thomas in Rome, Italy; a license in sacred scripture from the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome; a license in sacred theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome.Additionally, I earned a master's degree in English from the University of Missouri in Columbia, Mo., and a bachelor of journalism from the same university.
I have been a member of the Catholic Biblical Association of America for 30 years.I am a former member of Society of Biblical Literature.I have spoken on academic topics to local, national, and international groups.
Question In applying Luke6:34 for today,does this mean that if I lend money to someone I shouln't ask them to pay me back?
Answer My computer was being repaired, so my reply is understanably tardy.
I would not conclude that you should not ask to be repaid.
I checked several commentaries, none of which really had much to say about the verse.
I think that an appropriate Christian attitude would be to weigh in charity and love if the loaner needs some special teatment in order to make a payment that is feasible. Escessive interest rates are to be avoided.
A fanciful thought: Does this section of Luke beginning in verse 17 want us to see that we are all in need of the saving grace of God?
Best wishes, Al. Sorry not to be of more help but I am always open to further discussion should you so wish.
