Gift Of The Magi

In the verses of Matthew 6: 19 - 21 and Matthew 22: 37 - 39, the Bible proclaims how we should live our lives. The actions of the main character in "Gift of the Magi" clearly exemplifies these verses. However, the actions and deeds of the main character in "The Necklace" are and example of how not to live. In "The Gift of the Magi," Della serves as a role model for the Principles of Matthew, however, in "The Necklace," Mathilda is only concerned with her own selfish needs, therefore contradicting the Bible.
The actions of Della in the "Gift of the Magi" clearly exemplify the Principles of Matthew. Though her hair was her most prized possession, she gave it up for the man she loved (Henry). These actions not only show how much she cares for