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Matthew 5:14

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You are the light of the world. A city located on a hill can't be hidden.

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Jerusalem, the central city of Israel’s worship and covenant life, sat on prominent hills and was visible from surrounding areas. Jesus’ image of a city set on a hill evokes such public visibility, calling his disciples to display God’s light openly before the world.

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Matthew 5:14 mentions Jerusalem.

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