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What was the disciples' initial understanding of the Messiah's role?
What was the disciples' initial understanding of the Messiah's role?
Which event helped Peter and the disciples begin to understand Jesus as the Messiah in a new light?
Which event helped Peter and the disciples begin to understand Jesus as the Messiah in a new light?
How did Jesus respond to Peter's protest against his predicted suffering and death?
How did Jesus respond to Peter's protest against his predicted suffering and death?
According to Jesus, what is the consequence of prioritizing worldly gains over spiritual life?
According to Jesus, what is the consequence of prioritizing worldly gains over spiritual life?
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What future events did Jesus foretell after his resurrection?
What future events did Jesus foretell after his resurrection?
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Study Notes
Peter and the Messiah
- Peter and others understood Jesus as the Messiah, but in a different sense than a mere messenger from God
- This profound difference became evident only later, in the Resurrection
- Initially, the apostles saw a messiah who would oust the Romans and establish a glorious earthly kingdom (similar to the Davidic kingdom)
- The idea of a suffering servant Messiah, described in Isaiah, was not yet fully grasped
The Apostles' Understanding of Jesus
- The apostles were initially only partially aware of Jesus' true identity as Messiah
- Jesus' teachings had to be clarified over time
- Initially, the Messiah was imagined as a leader of a restored, earthly Davidic kingdom
- This image of the Messiah was a major point of confusion for the apostles
Peter's Confession and Jesus' Response
- Peter disagreed with the idea that Jesus would suffer and die
- Jesus refuted Peter, calling him Satan for misinterpreting his mission
- Jesus introduced the concept of the cross, emphasizing sacrifice and discipleship
- Jesus taught that saving one's life means losing it, and vice versa (sacrifice)
Jesus' Teachings on Glory and Life
- Jesus' message was about eternal life and the return to God's glory
- Jesus' death on the cross was central to achieving this glory
- Jesus' reward for the apostles is to follow him through sacrifice
- A crucial notion was that the value of one's life surpasses earthly possessions
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Explore the evolving understanding of Jesus as the Messiah as perceived by Peter and the apostles. This quiz delves into the initial misconceptions about the Messiah's role and the significance of Peter's confession. Test your knowledge on the teachings of Jesus and the interpretations of the apostles.