Correction, Not Retribution

One of the most debated passages in the New Testament concerning judgment is Matthew 25:46. In many English translations it reads: “And these will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.” For centuries this verse has been cited as proof of endless punishment. Yet when we examine the language behind the text, particularly the Greek word kolasis and the Aramaic wording preserved in the Syriac Peshitta, a much richer picture emerges. These linguistic clues suggest that the punishment described in this verse was originally understood as corrective discipline rather than retributive torment. Understanding the Aramaic background of Jesus’ teaching can therefore help us read the passage. Here is the supporting blog: https://thefallacyofhell.com/2026/03/...