Hey there,
One of the first words children learn to say is … mine.
Or more accurately, “Mine! Mine!”
And that’s about the time we teach them all about the Golden Rule: treat others as you would like them to treat you.
It’s a concept that goes back to ancient times … it’s been documented as far back as 2000+ years before Christ!
And though the term “Golden Rule” is not found in the Bible, it’s definitely a cornerstone of Jesus’ teaching. It’s just that Jesus’ version of the Golden Rule was a little different than His predecessors.
In past weeks we’ve looked at the 10 Commandments in depth. So it’s only fitting that Genuflect stops to reflect on what Jesus called one of the greatest commandments of all. It’s based on love and it’s important for us to remember it … and try to uphold it … every day with everyone we encounter.
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Katy Barrilleaux
Founding Editor, Genuflect
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Jesus’ New Commandment
A great place to start to understand the Golden Rule is with Father Mike Schmitz’s reading of … and explanation of … the relevant teachings in the Catechism. The Golden Rule may seem easy to do on the surface, but as Father Mike reveals, there’s actually more to it.
Day 259: The New Commandment | The Catechism in a Year Podcast
The Golden Rule
Our natural tendency is to treat others how they treat us. But that is not what Jesus teaches. Instead, he asks us to treat others how we want to be treated. Deacon Matthew Newsome explains how this is possible.
Living The Golden Rule | WCU Catholic Campus Ministry
Jesus’ Twist on The Golden Rule
The Golden Rule is found in almost every culture, even predating Jesus by thousands of years. But Jesus teaches it with a twist … and it requires us to understand just who our “neighbor” is.
Is it “Do Unto Ohers” or “Don’t do Unto Others?” What The Golden Rule Demands | Aleteia
Universal Morality
Some criticize Christianity saying that Jesus’ teachings are not unique. That things like the Golden Rule were being taught by others long before Jesus came along. According to Shaun McAfee, this fact should bring comfort to us … here’s why.
Do Unto Others | Catholic Answers Magazine
Old vs. New Law
According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Moses gave us the “old law,” which is the 10 commandments written on stone. But Jesus gave us the “new law,” written on our hearts. Here’s how one prepared the way for the other and how they work together.
The Old and New Law | Catholicity
Love Yourself First
Sarah Otto points out that in order to truly follow the Golden Rule, you need to first love yourself. Here’s how she found it easier to love her neighbor by first focusing on herself.
Using The Golden Rule to Find Marital Bliss | Busted Halo
The Golden Rule in The Office
Just about everyone can cite the Golden Rule. We first learned it as far back as in kindergarten. John Connell suggests we need to be sure we’re applying the Golden Rule to our coworkers at the office. He makes a good point!
The Golden Rule in The Workplace | Catholic Stand
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