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What distinguished Jesus's teachings from those of the scribes?
What distinguished Jesus's teachings from those of the scribes?
- He focused primarily on rituals and ceremonies.
- He quoted elders more frequently.
- He relied on complex interpretations of scripture.
- He spoke with personal authority and originality. (correct)
What prompted Nicodemus to seek out Jesus?
What prompted Nicodemus to seek out Jesus?
- Nicodemus wanted to challenge Jesus because he did not cite established interpretations.
- Nicodemus felt threatened by Jesus's growing popularity.
- Nicodemus wanted to publicly debate Jesus.
- Nicodemus was intrigued by Jesus's teachings and sought to understand them. (correct)
Why did Nicodemus visit Jesus at night?
Why did Nicodemus visit Jesus at night?
- To avoid the crowds and have a private conversation.
- Because that was the only time Jesus was available.
- To avoid being seen by other religious leaders. (correct)
- To adhere to Jewish customs regarding nighttime meetings.
How did Jesus respond to Nicodemus's acknowledgment of him as a teacher from God?
How did Jesus respond to Nicodemus's acknowledgment of him as a teacher from God?
What does Jesus's immediate focus on spiritual rebirth suggest about his ministry?
What does Jesus's immediate focus on spiritual rebirth suggest about his ministry?
Flashcards
Authority of Jesus
Authority of Jesus
Jesus taught with his own authority, unlike the scribes.
Nicodemus
Nicodemus
A Pharisee who visited Jesus at night to seek knowledge.
Born anew
Born anew
Concept introduced by Jesus regarding spiritual rebirth.
Baptism by the Holy Spirit
Baptism by the Holy Spirit
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The Sanhedrin
The Sanhedrin
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Study Notes
The Life of Christ
- Crowds from Palestine and abroad were taking note of a young rabbi from Galilee
- The rabbi wasn't part of the religious priests, Levites, or scribes
- He had broad and deep knowledge of scripture
- His teaching was strikingly original, unlike scribes referencing elders
- Â His words were authoritative and truthful
- A prominent Pharisee, Nicodemus, sought to understand Jesus
- Nicodemus sought Jesus at night to avoid criticism from the establishment
- Jesus emphasized rebirth for entering God's kingdom
- Jesus's point was the necessity of baptism by the Holy Spirit
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