"what would Jesus do" meaning in English

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Phrase

Audio: En-au-what would Jesus do.ogg [Australia]
Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} what would Jesus do
  1. (religion, Christianity, chiefly evangelicalism) Expression intended to help a person facing a choice with moral, ethical or religious implications. Categories (topical): English rhetorical questions, Christianity, Religion Synonyms: WWJD

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