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What was the primary political concern that led some to seek Jesus' death?
What was the primary political concern that led some to seek Jesus' death?
- His direct challenge to Roman authority.
- His popularity among the people threatened the established religious authority. (correct)
- His criticism of the economic policies of the ruling priests.
- His open support for a rebellion against the temple leadership.
How did Jesus' actions cause religious offense to some Jewish leaders?
How did Jesus' actions cause religious offense to some Jewish leaders?
- By claiming the authority to alter Mosaic Law.
- By advocating for the destruction of the Temple.
- By disregarding Jewish laws and customs, such as Sabbath observance and ritual purity. (correct)
- By forming an alliance with the Roman authorities against the Jewish people.
What was the charge of blasphemy against Jesus based on?
What was the charge of blasphemy against Jesus based on?
- His performance of miracles, which leaders attributed to demonic powers.
- His perceived arrogance in teaching with self-professed authority and implying divinity. (correct)
- His criticism of the Temple sacrifices.
- His claim to be the Messiah, a political rebel.
What prompted Jesus' prediction that one of his disciples would betray him?
What prompted Jesus' prediction that one of his disciples would betray him?
What symbolic act did Jesus perform, which the apostles later understood to be no ordinary meal?
What symbolic act did Jesus perform, which the apostles later understood to be no ordinary meal?
What key themes did Jesus address during his Last Supper discourse with the apostles?
What key themes did Jesus address during his Last Supper discourse with the apostles?
According to Jesus's discourse on the Mount of Olives, what would be a sign to indicate the time of the end?
According to Jesus's discourse on the Mount of Olives, what would be a sign to indicate the time of the end?
What agreement did Judas make with the priests and Jewish men of influence?
What agreement did Judas make with the priests and Jewish men of influence?
What caused the interrogators to perceive blasphemy when Jesus said "I and the father are one?"
What caused the interrogators to perceive blasphemy when Jesus said "I and the father are one?"
Why were the apostles strictly charge to keep Jesus identity as Messiah to themselves?
Why were the apostles strictly charge to keep Jesus identity as Messiah to themselves?
What prevented peter from accepting that Jesus had to go to Jerusalem and suffer many things?
What prevented peter from accepting that Jesus had to go to Jerusalem and suffer many things?
Why was cruciixion adopted by the roman empire?
Why was cruciixion adopted by the roman empire?
When the robbers were being crucified did Jesus accept the wine mixed with narcotics?
When the robbers were being crucified did Jesus accept the wine mixed with narcotics?
In acting in such a way why could the Levite and the priest not help someone so clearly in need of assistance?
In acting in such a way why could the Levite and the priest not help someone so clearly in need of assistance?
Who were the scribes and pharisees shadowing?
Who were the scribes and pharisees shadowing?
Where did the Magi stop to greet?
Where did the Magi stop to greet?
What did the angel tell Joseph?
What did the angel tell Joseph?
Who did Fulton Sheen give special thanks to?
Who did Fulton Sheen give special thanks to?
How many large fish were caught?
How many large fish were caught?
What did Jeasus tell John's son, Simon to do?
What did Jeasus tell John's son, Simon to do?
Flashcards
Political Reason for Jesus' enemies wanting to kill him?
Political Reason for Jesus' enemies wanting to kill him?
Jesus's increasing popularity made him a threat to the religious authority.
Religious Reason for the death sentence?
Religious Reason for the death sentence?
Jesus disregarded the Jewish law by violating the Sabbath, ignoring ritual purification, and associating with sinners and Gentiles.
Blasphemy Reason for the death sentence?
Blasphemy Reason for the death sentence?
Jesus's perceived blasphemy was intolerable because he claimed authority without formal training and implied he was divine.
What did Jesus say when he broke the bread?
What did Jesus say when he broke the bread?
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What did Jesus say when he raised the cup of wine?
What did Jesus say when he raised the cup of wine?
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What is Golgotha?
What is Golgotha?
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What is Crucifixion?
What is Crucifixion?
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What was offered to Jesus on the cross?
What was offered to Jesus on the cross?
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How the the Good Samaritan helped the injured man?
How the the Good Samaritan helped the injured man?
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When was the Feast of Dedication?
When was the Feast of Dedication?
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What precious gifts did the Magi bring to Jesus?
What precious gifts did the Magi bring to Jesus?
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Where was Joseph told to go with Jesus?
Where was Joseph told to go with Jesus?
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What did Herod do when he was tricked by the Magi?
What did Herod do when he was tricked by the Magi?
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Study Notes
Jesus' Death Sentence
- Jesus' enemies sought to kill him for 3 reasons
- These reasons were political, religious and for blasphemy
Political Reasons for seeking Jesus' Death
- Jesus' popularity threatened the religious establishment's authority
- Caiaphas noted the Romans might replace them if provoked
Religious Reasons for seeking Jesus' Death
- Disregard for Jewish law e.g., Sabbath violation by healers
- Ignored ritual purification rules
- Associated with sinners, Gentiles, and Samaritans
Blasphemy Reasons for seeking Jesus' Death
- Taught without reference to recognized teachers
- Exclaimed his authority was "by right"
- Called God his Father and declared himself divine
Events after Lazarus' resurrection
- Several weeks passed
- Jesus and disciples moved to Ephraim, north of Jerusalem
- Speculation arose whether Jesus would risk returning to Jerusalem for Passover
- He traveled to Bethany for dinner six days before the feast
The Resurrection and Ascension
- After fishing without success, the disciples cast their net on the right side of the boat and caught so many fish that they could not haul them aboard
- John recognized Jesus
- Peter swam ashore
- 153 large fish were caught and the net was not broken
- Jesus had a charcoal fire going on the beach, with fish and bread
- Jesus cooked and invited the disciples to have breakfast
- Jesus questioned Peter three times about his love for him
- Peter affirmed his love each time
- Jesus instructed Peter to "Feed my lambs" and "Tend my sheep"
- Jesus pointed out through the repetition, his own triple denial
- Also reminded Peter to renew his declaration of fidelity and love.
- Jesus foretold Peter's role as Christ's vicar and head of the Church
- He told Peter that in his youth, he fastened his own belt and walked where he wanted.
Introduction: Gratitude and Background
- Fulton Sheen thanked gospel writers (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) in his 1952 Emmy acceptance speech
- A Catholic couples' group discussed Matthew's Gospel monthly, influencing the book
The Magi and King Herod
- The Magi traveled from afar, seeking knowledge and truth
- They represented influence and wealth, bringing gifts of gold, incense, and myrrh
- Visited King Herod in Jerusalem, inquiring about the newborn Jewish king
- Herod feigned interest but plotted murder
- Warned in a dream, the Magi avoided Herod and returned home by a different route
- An angel warned Joseph to flee to Egypt with Jesus and his mother
- Matthew cited Hosea's prophecy, "Out of Egypt I have called my son," emphasizing Old Testament fulfillment
- Herod, tricked by the Magi, ordered the killing of infants up to two years old in Bethlehem
- This slaughter, while horrific, was not uncommon in that era
- Herod was a bloodthirsty king, killing his wife and sons on suspicion
- Despite being a non-Jew, he abstained from pork to please his Jewish subjects
- Caesar Augustus quipped that it was better to be Herod's pig than his son, due to Herod's ruthlessness
Parable of the Good Samaritan
- The priest and Levite were moved by fear of ritual defilement, not indifference
- A Samaritan showed compassion, helping the injured man and paying for his care
- Jesus asked who proved neighbor to the robbed man
- The answer the learned man gave, was "the one who showed mercy"
- Jesus instructed to "Go and do likewise." too
The Parable of the Prodigal Son
- Speaks of God's mercy
- Context is important
- Many sinners came to Jesus, and Jesus forgave them
- Scribes and Pharisees were angered by Jesus' forgiveness
- Jesus responded with parables of lost sheep, lost coin, and a merciful father
The Crucifixion
- Simon of Cyrene was forced to carry the heavy cross
- procession went to Golgotha (skull) or Calvary
- Soldiers nailed Jesus to the cross and hung Pilate's inscription above
- His clothes were divided, except for the seamless tunic
- Roman empire used crucifixion to dispatch insurrectionists
- Was a slow painful death by asphyxiation and blood loss
- Jesus refused wine mixed with a narcotic
- Two robbers crucified alongside Jesus
- Initially, both robbers reviled him
- One robber known as Dismas defended Jesus asks for remembrance
- Jesus said Dismas will be with him in paradise
- Temple members mocked Jesus
- New-man defines Jesus' a sacrifice
- The Crucifixion of Jesus
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