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According to the provided information, what was the approximate age of Jesus when he began his public ministry?
According to the provided information, what was the approximate age of Jesus when he began his public ministry?
Based on the information, which timeframe most closely aligns with the estimated duration of Jesus' ministry?
Based on the information, which timeframe most closely aligns with the estimated duration of Jesus' ministry?
Which historical figure, mentioned in the content, provides an estimated timeframe for Jesus' ministry?
Which historical figure, mentioned in the content, provides an estimated timeframe for Jesus' ministry?
According to the provided information, what event marks a point of agreement among the Gospels regarding Jesus' crucifixion?
According to the provided information, what event marks a point of agreement among the Gospels regarding Jesus' crucifixion?
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Which Gospel author explicitly states the potential incompleteness of the record of Jesus' life?
Which Gospel author explicitly states the potential incompleteness of the record of Jesus' life?
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Duration of Jesus' Ministry
Duration of Jesus' Ministry
Jesus' public ministry is believed to have lasted about two to three years.
Start Year of Ministry
Start Year of Ministry
Jesus' ministry is estimated to have started in A.D. 28.
Crucifixion Date
Crucifixion Date
Jesus was crucified on April 7, 30 A.D.
John's Commentary
John's Commentary
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Gospels' Consensus
Gospels' Consensus
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Study Notes
Jesus' Public Ministry
- Jesus' public ministry, according to Luke, started at age thirty.
- The Gospels show his ministry lasted a little over two years, or less than three years.
- Josephus and other contemporary sources suggest a start date around 28 A.D.
- It ended with his crucifixion on April 7, 30 A.D., if the date is correct.
- This date is based on Passover timing, which is mentioned in all four Gospels.
Length of Ministry
- The Gospels portray a surprisingly short public ministry period for Jesus.
- Luke indicates a longer timeframe but doesn't specify exact years.
- Other sources, like Josephus, offer clues to potential dates based on events.
Contemporary Sources
- Josephus, a Jewish historian, provides some insights into Jesus' ministry timeline.
- This early evidence, apart from the Gospels, helps establish possible dates and lengths.
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Description
Explore the timeline and key aspects of Jesus' public ministry according to the Gospels, especially the insights from Luke. This quiz covers the duration of his ministry, its historical context, and contemporary sources like Josephus that provide additional perspective. Test your knowledge on this significant period in Christian history.
