Today’s episode began with an explanation of how Paul sets up various metaphors to help make his point by using Jewish biblical teaching and well-known Roman concepts that would have been clearly understood by his readers. One specific example Fr Aaron gave relates to the structure of the Roman household, and how this can help us understand Paul’s teaching of God being the only judge, and why we should refrain from judging others. Fr Aaron emphasized the importance of understanding this metaphor and continually reminding ourselves of it when we fall into the sin of judging others; only then can we keep our focus on doing the will of our Master, and extend the mercy He has given us to others.