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Memelihara Nilai Diri Remaja: Kajian Hermeneutika Kontekstual Matius 7:6 dan Implikasinya terhadap Fenomena Toxic Relationship

Introduction

Memelihara nilai diri remaja: kajian hermeneutika kontekstual matius 7:6 dan implikasinya terhadap fenomena toxic relationship. Hadapi toxic relationship! Kaji hermeneutika Matius 7:6 bantu remaja jaga harga diri & iman Kristen. Pelajari batasan sehat & bentuk hubungan yang dukung pertumbuhan rohani.

Abstract

Abstract: Adolescents are increasingly experiencing toxic relationships, both in direct interactions and within digital spaces. These unhealthy relationships significantly affect their self-esteem, mental health, and the growth of Christian faith among youth. This article begins with the question: how can Matthew 7:6 be interpreted to guide teenagers who are involved in toxic relationships? The study employs a contextual hermeneutical approach that incorporates linguistic, historical, and theological analysis to address this question. The results indicate that the terms “what is holy” and “pearls” can be understood as representing something valuable within a person—such as their dignity and faith, which are precious before God—while “dogs” and “pigs” refer to elements that are harmful and unworthy. In the context of relationships, these may symbolize individuals who demean or destroy one’s values and self-worth, being considered “unclean” and “unworthy to receive” what is precious. Therefore, Matthew 7:6 can also be interpreted as a basis for practical advice to adolescents in navigating destructive relationships, particularly in maintaining their faith identity and personal dignity. According to this study, spiritual formation and holistic mentoring are crucial for helping teenagers establish healthy boundaries, communicate assertively, and cultivate relationships that nurture their spiritual growth. Abstrak: Remaja semakin banyak mengalami fenomena toxic relationship, baik dalam interaksi langsung maupun di ruang digital. Relasi yang tidak sehat ini memengaruhi harga diri, kesehatan mental, dan pertumbuhan iman remaja Kristen secara signifikan. Artikel ini dimulai dengan pertanyaan: bagaimana Matius 7:6 dapat diinterpretasikan untuk memberi nasihat kepada remaja saat mereka terlibat dalam toxic relationship? ndekatan yang digunakan adalah hermeneutika kontekstual yang melibatkan analisis linguistik, historis, dan teologis untuk menjawabnya. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa istilah “yang kudus” dan “mutiara” merujuk pada martabat diri dan iman yang berharga di hadapan Allah, sedangkan “anjing” dan “babi” merujuk pada pihak yang merendahkan atau menghancurkan nilai-nilai dan martabat diri tersebut, yang dipandang sebagai pihak yang ‘najis’ dan ‘tidak layak menerima’ sesuatu yang berharga. Dengan demikian, Matius 7:6 dapat juga ditafsirkan untuk menjadi dasar nasihat praktis bagi remaja saat menjalani relasi pacaran khususnya dalam hal mempertahankan identitas iman dan martabat diri mereka. Menurut penelitian ini, pembinaan rohani dan pendampingan integral sangat penting bagi remaja agar mereka dapat menetapkan batasan yang sehat, berkomunikasi secara asertif, dan menemukan hubungan yang mendukung pertumbuhan iman.

Review

The paper, "Memelihara Nilai Diri Remaja: Kajian Hermeneutika Kontekstual Matius 7:6 dan Implikasinya terhadap Fenomena Toxic Relationship," tackles a highly pertinent and critical issue concerning adolescent well-being, particularly within Christian youth communities. The study's premise, seeking to interpret Matthew 7:6 as guidance for teenagers navigating toxic relationships in both direct interactions and digital spaces, is commendable. The abstract effectively underscores the significant negative impact of such unhealthy relationships on self-esteem, mental health, and the growth of Christian faith. The chosen contextual hermeneutical approach, incorporating linguistic, historical, and theological analysis, promises a robust and well-founded biblical interpretation. A core strength of this research lies in its innovative and practical application of scripture to a pressing contemporary challenge. The interpretation of "what is holy" and "pearls" as representing a person's intrinsic dignity and faith, precious before God, while "dogs" and "pigs" symbolize individuals who demean or destroy these values, offers a powerful theological framework for understanding self-worth and setting boundaries. This re-contextualization of Matthew 7:6 provides a profound spiritual basis for adolescents to recognize their divine value and protect it from harmful influences. The study's emphasis on spiritual formation and holistic mentoring as crucial interventions further highlights its practical relevance, proposing concrete strategies for healthy boundary-setting, assertive communication, and cultivating faith-nurturing relationships. While the abstract provides a compelling overview, the full paper would benefit from a more detailed exploration of the specific manifestations of "toxic relationships" in digital spaces and how the proposed spiritual formation and mentoring strategies are uniquely tailored to address these modern complexities. Additionally, an elaboration on the practical implementation of "establishing healthy boundaries" and "communicating assertively" within a faith-based and specific cultural context, perhaps with illustrative examples, would further enhance the study's actionable advice. Nevertheless, this research makes a significant contribution by skillfully bridging ancient scripture with modern psychological and social challenges, offering invaluable theological and practical resources for adolescents and their spiritual mentors.

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