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What did Ananias learn about Saul in the vision from Jesus?
What did Ananias learn about Saul in the vision from Jesus?
How did Saul regain his sight?
How did Saul regain his sight?
What did Saul do after he regained his sight?
What did Saul do after he regained his sight?
Why did Saul's friends lower him in a basket over the wall?
Why did Saul's friends lower him in a basket over the wall?
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What was the reaction of the followers in Jerusalem when Saul returned?
What was the reaction of the followers in Jerusalem when Saul returned?
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What was the primary reason Saul sought letters from the High Priest in Jerusalem?
What was the primary reason Saul sought letters from the High Priest in Jerusalem?
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What significant event happened to Saul on his way to Damascus?
What significant event happened to Saul on his way to Damascus?
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How did Saul feel after he realized that Jesus was alive?
How did Saul feel after he realized that Jesus was alive?
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What did Saul previously believe about Jesus?
What did Saul previously believe about Jesus?
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What did Jesus imply when he asked Saul, 'Why are you persecuting me?'
What did Jesus imply when he asked Saul, 'Why are you persecuting me?'
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Study Notes
Saul's Early Life and Character
- Born in Tarsus, grew up in Jerusalem.
- Highly intelligent; studied under Gamaliel, a renowned teacher.
- Known by two names: Jewish name “Saul” and Roman name “Paul”.
Saul's Persecution of Christians
- Did not follow Jesus despite belief in God; viewed Jesus' followers as enemies.
- Actively sought to destroy the early church; imprisoned believers by dragging them from their homes.
- Persecution of Christians created fear in communities; commonly defined as "persecuting".
The Encounter on the Road to Damascus
- Saul journeyed to Damascus with intent to arrest Christians after receiving letters from the High Priest.
- Encountered a blinding bright light on the way, leading to temporary blindness.
- Heard a voice identifying as Jesus, questioning Saul's persecution against Him, revealing Jesus' resurrection.
Saul's Transformation
- Recognized his previous actions were harming Jesus by persecuting His followers.
- Questioned his future and whether forgiveness was possible for his past deeds.
- Led to Damascus by companions due to blindness; sought help for his new understanding of faith.
Ananias' Role
- Ananias, a believer in Jesus, received a vision instructing him to meet Saul.
- Initially frightened due to Saul's reputation for persecution.
- Jesus revealed Saul was chosen for a significant mission to teach Gentiles.
- Ananias obeyed, healed Saul's blindness through Holy Spirit, and baptized him.
Saul's Preaching and Community Reactions
- After his conversion, Saul began preaching in Damascus, leading to many conversions.
- Faced opposition from those who remembered his persecution; some sought to kill him.
- Escaped from Damascus by being lowered in a basket over city walls, demonstrating growing support among followers.
Return to Jerusalem
- Upon returning to Jerusalem, met skepticism and distrust from believers due to his past.
- Transitioned from persecuting Christians to advocating for Jesus' teachings.
- Continued to provoke anger among some; ultimately sent away to Tarsus by fellow believers.
Aftermath and Church Growth
- Following Saul's departure, churches experienced a period of peace.
- Increased number of individuals began to follow Jesus, highlighting the impact of Saul’s transformation and early ministry.
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Explore the early life of Saul, the man who would become Paul, the apostle. This quiz covers his upbringing in Tarsus and Jerusalem, his education under Gamaliel, and his initial opposition to the followers of Jesus. Test your knowledge about the significant moments that shaped his beliefs.
