In the beginning of Lucas's speech on Jesus he says that Jesus was a man "whose whole being was one flame of hatred for wealth, and all that wealth stands" (Sinclair 334). There are examples in the Bible that might lead one to infer that Jesus was a hater of wealth, but he didn't. In fact, he dined at many wealthy individuals' houses, i.e. "Jesus at a Pharisee's House" (Luke 14:1-24). If he hated the rich and "well to do" he would not even associate with them. Jesus only disliked the many lavish things that rich people did with their wealth, which blocked their relationship with God. For example, in Luke 16:19-31 there is a story about a rich man and Lazarus, a beggar covered with boils.

Jesus, the "Son of Man," did not try to appeal to any particular class, but tried to make it known to people that God can accept them. Many times over he feasted with the rich, and even helped save some from their sins. Although it was the working class that associated with him most, many personages of wealth and reputation came to him for help. Jesus freed everyone from their sins, and brought God's interpretations and ways to life on earth. In essence, Sinclair distorts Jesus into a political figure; Jesus was not a socialist.

Jesus wanted the rich to focus their lives on God, and give to the poor and needy. The following quote from Jesus exemplifies how good works can benefit a soul: "And you will be blessed. Although they [poor, crippled, lame, blind] cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous [Judgement Day]" (Luke 14:14). In the story of "The Rich Ruler," a man of great wealth accosts Jesus and asks him, "Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?" (Luke 18:18). Jesus replied, "...You know the commandments: 'Do not commit adultery, do not murder, do not steal, do not give false testimony, honor your father and mother'" (Luke 18:20). The man said that he kept those things since he was a boy. The Jesus said, "You still lack one thing. Sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me" (Luke 18:22). After

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