Interpretation of Andrei Tkachev famous line “turn the left cheek” Bashny.Net

Many people know Andrei Tkachev not only as a priest, but also as one of the wisest people who can explain various complex things (including the commandments of Christ). By the way, today we are talking about one of the most famous commandments.



Editorial "Site" He offers to familiarize himself with the reflections of a well-known worshipper on the topic of what the phrase, which has long been familiar to everyone, means: “When you hit the right cheek, substitute the left.” It is often misunderstood, so the priest decided to share his personal judgments on this matter and finally close all disputes around the topic.

And at the end of the article, you can find a video with Andrei Tkachev himself, where he will share his knowledge of the true value of home prayer, as well as teach you how to read the prayer to the Virgin.

But I say to you, resist not evil. But whoever strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other to him. (St. John Chrysostom) – many perceive this line of holy scripture with indignation only because they do not understand its true essence, the priest explains.



“The right cheek implies righteous deeds. This is a punishment for good and noble deeds. The left, in turn, symbolizes our sins and atrocities, for which we have not been punished.”



Probably, everyone has faced such a situation once when you do the right thing, at the behest of the soul and the Lord, and in response you receive only censure and reproaches. How can we not be confused and doubt the justice of our Creator?



The Gospel answers this question: slapped on the right cheek, be humble, and substitute the left. “Let not seek justice for the offender, just as they did not seek judges for your sins offended by you,” the priest Tkachev explains.



“The lesson is simple: if you have offended you, do not hide your anger, but remember your transgressions for which you have not been punished, and accept the offense as due payment for your sins. You must understand that God does not punish you for good, but purifies your soul with humble repentance.



As promised, we leave the prayer video here. We hope that it will help you to find peace of mind and to learn more about the love of our Heavenly Father.

https://www.youtube.com/watch? v=Ip8yK6TQ0k4

We say goodbye and look forward to seeing you again. God bless you!