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John the Prophet and His Opponents

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Which of the following behaviors of John the Baptist was specifically noted as a point of contention by his critics?

His association with tax collectors and sinners.

His pronouncements against Herod's marriage.

His refusal to partake in food and drink. (correct)

His practice of baptizing people in the Jordan River.

What was the primary motivation behind Herodias's desire for John the Baptist's death?

She feared John's growing influence among the Galilean populace.

John was secretly plotting to overthrow Herod's rule.

John publicly accused her of adultery and incest. (correct)

She disagreed with John's teachings on repentance and sin.

What action by John's disciples on the Sabbath was interpreted as unlawful by the Pharisees?

Performing healing miracles in public.

Traveling beyond the city limits.

Picking and eating ripe grain. (correct)

Teaching and preaching in the synagogues.

Jesus used the analogy of children's games to describe the response of his generation to which contrasting figures?

<p>John the Baptist and himself. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the central message that John the Baptist preached in the towns of Galilee?

<p>The call for repentance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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John the Prophet and Opponents

John was a prophet, model of Elijah, sent by God
Jesus, as Messiah, was compared to the foolish people in a childrens song.
Jesus's followers were mocked for eating and drinking.
John came neither eating nor drinking, yet was accused of being possessed.
John the Baptist was executed by Herod Antipas.
Herod's illegitimate wife requested John's head as a gift.
Jesus warned cities of Galileee
Warning signs of growing hostility to Jesus were apparent.
Pharisees criticized Jesus' followers for plucking grain on Sabbath.

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Explore the key events surrounding John the Baptist and his interactions with Jesus and the Pharisees. This quiz covers John's prophetic role, his execution, and the criticisms faced by Jesus and his followers. Test your knowledge on the dynamics between these significant biblical figures.