Baptism and Temptation in the Gospels

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The event where Jesus is baptized in water, marking the start of his ministry.

The testing of Jesus by Satan, occurring after his baptism in the wilderness.

A period of fasting and praying in the wilderness by Jesus before his temptations.

The attempt by Satan to lead Jesus away from God’s path and purpose during his fasting.

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A concept that suggests Jesus' temptation reflects the original temptation faced by Adam in the Garden of Eden.

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Jesus saw greater things than the fig tree, with angels ascending and descending upon him.
The Gospels repeatedly refer to Jesus as the "Son of Man".
Daniel's vision of a figure similar to a son of man, who would receive dominion, glory, and a kingdom.
Jesus was preparing for the test by fasting and praying in the wilderness.
Satan challenged Jesus directly.
St. John Henry Newman considered the temptation a mystery, and beyond easy explanation.
The temptation followed Jesus' baptism.
The temptation was a renewal of Adam's temptation, but there is more to be understood about the temptation in terms of the Incarnation.
The idea of God becoming a man is a mystery, and nothing surprising if looking deeper.