Biblical Viewpoint In The Play 'Our Town'

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I am going to discuss whether or not the play “Our Town” has a biblical standpoint. If it doesn’t I will tell you why I think that and if it does I will give reasons as why I believe that. Well first thing I noticed is the respect that George has for Emily and how humbled he is when Emily was correcting him (Proverbs 19:20 “Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted among the wise”). He listens and hears what she has to say and she doesn’t beat him up with harsh words and tones (you catch more flies with honey). She tells him how she feels and is kind about it. That is very biblical in my honest opinion. Both Emily and George treat others the way they want to be treated which is the second most important commandment.

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