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The things Jesus said had a deeper meaning not perceived at that ______.
The things Jesus said had a deeper meaning not perceived at that ______.
time
According to John, Jesus is the ______ made flesh, come to give life.
According to John, Jesus is the ______ made flesh, come to give life.
word
The Gospel of John looks back on the earthly life of Jesus in the light of this completed ______.
The Gospel of John looks back on the earthly life of Jesus in the light of this completed ______.
understanding
The author of the Gospel of John seems to have been influenced by ideas current in certain sections of ______.
The author of the Gospel of John seems to have been influenced by ideas current in certain sections of ______.
At Qumran, a particular stress was laid both on the need for ______ and on the necessity for mutual love.
At Qumran, a particular stress was laid both on the need for ______ and on the necessity for mutual love.
According to John, Christ is God's ______, he is the word sent down to earth by God.
According to John, Christ is God's ______, he is the word sent down to earth by God.
The Gospel according to ______ is the subject of critical study.
The Gospel according to ______ is the subject of critical study.
The probable audience of the Gospel are the ______ in Ephesus.
The probable audience of the Gospel are the ______ in Ephesus.
In John's Gospel, Jesus begins his ministry in ______ but repeatedly goes to Jerusalem.
In John's Gospel, Jesus begins his ministry in ______ but repeatedly goes to Jerusalem.
One of the features peculiar to the fourth Gospel is its concern to bring out the significance of the events of ______'s life.
One of the features peculiar to the fourth Gospel is its concern to bring out the significance of the events of ______'s life.
The year the Gospel was written, as agreed by many scholars, is between ______ 90-100.
The year the Gospel was written, as agreed by many scholars, is between ______ 90-100.
The accounts of the institution of the ______ and the parables are not found in John.
The accounts of the institution of the ______ and the parables are not found in John.
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Study Notes
Authorship and Historical Context
- Authorship of the Gospel of John is debated; traditionally attributed to John the apostle.
- Written between A.D. 90-100, targeting Jews in Ephesus recognizing Jesus as equal to God.
- Belief in Jesus led to expulsion from synagogues by Jewish authorities.
Differences from Synoptic Gospels
- Jesus' ministry in John begins in Galilee; he frequently travels to Jerusalem, unlike synoptics where this occurs only at the end.
- John omits the institution of the Eucharist and parables found in the synoptics.
- Unique narratives include the wedding at Cana, Jesus and Nicodemus, and the raising of Lazarus, absent in synoptics.
Theological Distinctions
- John emphasizes the significance of Christ's actions, referring to them as “signs” that reveal deeper meanings understood post-resurrection.
- The Holy Spirit plays a pivotal role in recalling Jesus' teachings and leading to deeper truths.
Influence of Judaism and Qumran Scenes
- Theological concepts reflect current Jewish thought, particularly from Qumran, focusing on knowledge.
- Distinct dualistic themes emerge, such as light/darkness and truth/lies, suggesting Gnostic influences.
- Emphasis on unity and mutual love resonates with the societal context of early Judeo-Christian communities.
Christology in John's Gospel
- John characterizes Jesus as the Word made flesh, central to the theology of the Incarnation.
- The narrative highlights Jesus' mission to give life and reveal God’s hidden truths.
- Key verses illustrate Jesus as the bearer of God’s message and a witness to divine truths encountered directly from the Father.
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