The last day up to the crucifixion 4 studies
Contradictions 1 study
Peter's ministry 1 study
Miracles 1 study
The last day up to the crucifixion
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PER316
Peter’s denial foretold
The article explores Jesus’ prediction of Peter’s denial, highlighting the differences between the Gospel accounts and Jesus’ compassion for Peter’s human weakness.
Matthew 26.31-35 (King James Version) :Then saith Jesus unto them, All ye shall be offended because of me this night: for it is written, I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be scattered abroad.But after I am risen again, I will go before you into Galilee.Peter answered and said unto him, Though all men shall be offended because of thee, yet will I never be offended.Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, That this night, before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice.Peter said unto him, Though I should die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
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Stop at Gethsemane
The article ‘PER328 - Stop at Gethsemane’ explores the meaning of the Gethsemane episode in the Gospels. It highlights Jesus’ suffering and prayer before his arrest and interprets this moment as a lesson on prayer and submission to the divine will.
Matthew 26.36 (King James Version) :Then cometh Jesus with them unto a place called Gethsemane, and saith unto the disciples, Sit ye here, while I go and pray yonder.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER329
The struggle in prayer
The article analyzes Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, illustrating his human suffering and his submission to the divine will. It highlights the historical and scriptural context of the event, offering a theological reflection on Jesus' redemptive mission and the exhortation to watch and pray in times of trial.
Matthew 26.37-45 (King James Version) :And he took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and very heavy.Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: tarry ye here, and watch with me.And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour?Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.And he came and found them asleep again: for their eyes were heavy.And he left them, and went away again, and prayed the third time, saying the same words.Then cometh he to his disciples, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
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The band led by Judas Iscariot arrives
This article deals with the arrest of Jesus by Judas Iscariot in the garden of Gethsemane, as described in the Gospels. It analyzes the context and implications of this key event in the passion of Jesus, exploring the accounts of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
Luke 22.47-53 (King James Version) :And while he yet spake, behold a multitude, and he that was called Judas, one of the twelve, went before them, and drew near unto Jesus to kiss him.But Jesus said unto him, Judas, betrayest thou the Son of man with a kiss?When they which were about him saw what would follow, they said unto him, Lord, shall we smite with the sword?And one of them smote the servant of the high priest, and cut off his right ear.And Jesus answered and said, Suffer ye thus far. And he touched his ear, and healed him.Then Jesus said unto the chief priests, and captains of the temple, and the elders, which were come to him, Be ye come out, as against a thief, with swords and staves?When I was daily with you in the temple, ye stretched forth no hands against me: but this is your hour, and the power of darkness.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Contradictions
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Did Jesus want to escape the crucifixion?
The article addresses the question of Jesus praying to avoid crucifixion, exploring Gospel passages that show both his desire to escape suffering and his determination to follow God's will.
John 12.27 (King James Version) :Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this hour.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Peter's ministry
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The ascension of Jesus
The ascension of Jesus, which took place on May 12, 33, on the Mount of Olives, concludes his earthly ministry. Lifted up in a cloud, he is received into the presence of the Father while two angels announce his glorious return. This event, recorded only by Luke, marks the passage to Christ's heavenly ministry and grounds the eschatological hope of the early Church as it awaits the parousia.
Acts 1.4-8 (King James Version) :And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me.For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence.When they therefore were come together, they asked of him, saying, Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel?And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judæa, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Miracles
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Healing of Malchus
This article explores the accounts in Luke 22.50-51 and John 18.10, in which Simon Peter cuts off Malchus' ear during Jesus' arrest. Jesus rejects violence, accepts the divine will and heals Malchus, showing compassion and peace.
John 18.10 (King James Version) :Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest’s servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org