The Bible story of Lot, written down in the book of Genesis, tells of a righteous man who lived in Sodom, a city marked by grave sins. Angels visited Lot to warn him and his family of the impending destruction of the city because of its immorality.
Lot's wife, however, is conspicuously portrayed in the story. As Lot and his family fled the city, they were warned not to look back. Lot's wife, however, could not resist the temptation and looked back at the city. As a result, she turned into a pillar of salt.
Lot's wife is often considered a cautionary example of disobedience and clinging to the old, even in the face of warnings. Her transformation into a pillar of salt symbolises clinging to the past and being unable to look forward to a new beginning.
In what ways are you willing to look forward and let go of the past, even when it is difficult?
Have there been times when, like Lot's wife, you might have disobeyed despite a warning?
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