He confessed to his wives what he had done, but instead of repentance he declared himself justified. He claimed he had the right to take vengeance seventy-seven times for how he was treated. Fast-forward to the New Testament where Peter asks Jesus how many times he should have to forgive a brother who sins against him. “Up to seven times?” Peter asked, undoubtedly thinking that answer was admirable. But Jesus trumps it with His answer: “I tell you, not as many as seven, . . . but 70 times seven” (Matthew