Questions and Answers
In what decade was this gospel probably written?
90's of the first century.
What does John the Baptist call Jesus?
Lamb of God.
What does this gospel have a series of?
Signs.
Give 2 examples of something stated in this gospel that is not found in the other gospels.
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How does this author portray women?
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Where is the traditional place that this gospel was written?
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'....the law was given through _____, grace and truth came through _____ ____.'
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What is missing with John's explanation of Jesus and why John baptizes?
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What is the name of one of the first two followers of Jesus?
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Which disciple goes to Nathanael?
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What does Nathanael initially say?
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Who tells Jesus there is no wine left for the wedding?
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How many stone water jars were there and how much water did they hold?
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Where does Jesus travel to next and how is this different than any other gospels?
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Who can see the kingdom of God according to Jesus?
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God did not send his Son into the world to do what?
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At verse 9 it states that Jews don't use anything in common with Samaritans. Why?
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What is the mountain that the Samaritans worship God upon?
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At verse 26, Jesus admits what about himself to the woman?
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At the beginning of Chapter 5, where does Jesus go to again?
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How long had the man been ill at the Sheep Gate pool?
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After Jesus cures the man what do the 'Jews' accuse the man of doing?
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What are the 2 types of resurrection that Jesus talks about?
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Who does Jesus say will accuse his enemies?
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Study Notes
Gospel of John (Chapters 1-5)
- Written in the 90s of the first century, emphasizing its later historical context.
- John the Baptist refers to Jesus as the "Lamb of God," highlighting Jesus's sacrificial role.
- Includes a series of "signs," showcasing Jesus's miracles and divine nature.
- Unique to this gospel: Jesus traveled to Jerusalem for various festivals and was crucified the day before Passover.
- Portrays women as equals to men within the Christian community, promoting gender equality.
- Traditionally believed to be written in Ephesus; other possible locations include Antioch and Alexandria.
- Notable quote: "The law was given through Moses, grace and truth came through Jesus Christ."
- Jesus is not baptized by John; John’s baptism serves a revelatory purpose.
- Among the first followers of Jesus were Andrew and Simon Peter.
- Philip is identified as the disciple who goes to Nathanael.
- Nathanael initially expresses skepticism about Jesus, questioning if anything good can come from Nazareth.
- Mary, mother of Jesus, informs Him about the lack of wine at the wedding.
- Six stone water jars were present at the wedding, each holding 20-30 gallons.
- Jesus visits the temple in Jerusalem early in His ministry, a departure from the other gospels.
- According to Jesus, only those "born from above" can see the kingdom of God.
- Jesus states He was not sent to condemn the world, but to save it.
- A cultural divide exists as Jews regarded Samaritans as ritually impure, leading to social exclusion.
- The Samaritans worship on Mount Gerizim, indicating a distinct religious practice.
- Jesus reveals to the woman at the well that He is the Messiah, marking a pivotal moment in the narrative.
- Jesus returns to Jerusalem at the beginning of Chapter 5, continuing His mission.
- A man at the Sheep Gate pool has been ill for 38 years, illustrating prolonged suffering.
- After healing the man, the Jews accuse him of breaking the Sabbath by carrying his mat.
- Jesus discusses two types of resurrection: one leading to life and another leading to condemnation.
- He asserts that He Himself will accuse those who oppose Him, underscoring His authority.
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