Sabbath Laws in Christianity and Judaism

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What was the main reason why the Pharisees and Sadducees kept the miracle of Jesus's speech in infancy a secret?

They were disturbed by the boy's boldness in the temple

They did not want to acknowledge Jesus's prophethood

They were afraid of losing their authority over the people (correct)

They believed Mary had committed a great misdeed

Which of the following abilities did Jesus demonstrate as a child in the temple?

He could tell his friends what kind of supper waited for them at home

He could reveal what his friends had hidden and where

He could engage in debates and discussions with the learned rabbis

All of the above (correct)

Why were the learned rabbis disturbed and puzzled by Jesus's questions and opinions in the temple?

They were unable to answer his questions

They were afraid of his boldness and knowledge

They did not want to acknowledge his prophethood

All of the above (correct)

What was the reason Jesus gave to his mother Mary for forgetting to return home?

He was engaged in arguing and debating with the learned rabbis Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Sabbath day in the context of the text?

Both a and c Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesus's behavior and knowledge in the temple challenge the authority of the Pharisees and Sadducees?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What was the central message of Jesus in response to the materialistic age of luxury?

To lead a nobler life focusing on spiritual values Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesus view the Ten Commandments in relation to the Torah?

As the essence of the Torah Signup and view all the answers

What was Jesus's approach regarding mediation between the Creator and His creatures?

No need for any form of mediation Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesus differ from the Pharisees and Sadducees in his teachings?

He denounced their practices and reinforced the Law of Moses Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus emphasize concerning wealth and worldly possessions?

To not worry about worldly goods but focus on eternal matters Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesus aim to complete the Torah according to the text?

By going to the spirit of its substance to arrive at its essence Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was Jesus's reaction to the temple practices he observed?

He was astonished by the lack of devotion and exploitation of the poor. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Jesus receiving his prophethood on the blessed night described in the passage?

It marked the beginning of his call to reform the temple practices. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the passage, what was the primary issue with the Jews' observance of the Sabbath?

They had abandoned the spiritual essence of the Sabbath and focused solely on superficial rules. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was Jesus's response to the Pharisees' and Sadducees' enforcement of the Sabbath law?

He openly defied the Sabbath law by performing acts considered unlawful. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about the relationship between the Pharisees and Sadducees?

They were in constant disagreement and conflict over various matters. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was the primary issue with the temple practices that Jesus observed?

The temple had become a commercial enterprise, exploiting the poor. Signup and view all the answers

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