Étude 1 sur 13 · Le ministère de Jean le Baptiste

  1. Study 1: The ministry of John the Baptist
  2. Study 2: The return to Aenon south of Galilee
  3. Étude 3 : De la Judée à la Galilée
  4. Étude 4 : Arrivé à Capernaüm en Galilée
  5. Étude 5 : La consécration du disciple
  6. Étude 6 : Nombreuses guérisons en Galilée
  7. Étude 7 : La compassion du Messie Jésus pour la foule
  8. Étude 8 : Retour à Bethsaïda
  9. Étude 9 : Le Messie Jésus annonce à nouveau sa mort
  10. Étude 10 : Enseignement sur le divorce
  11. Étude 11 : La requête de Salomé, la femme de Zébédée, pour ses fils
  12. Étude 12 : La nomination des Sept et l'organisation de l'Église primitive
  13. Étude 13 : L’arrestation d’Etienne

The ministry of John the Baptist

  • PER029 The ministry of John the Baptist

    The article examines John the Baptist's role in preparing for Jesus' coming. Appearing in Matthew, Mark and Luke, John baptises and preaches in the Judean wilderness. Regarded as Christ's forerunner, he never claimed to be the Messiah. His teachings prepared the people to welcome Jesus, the royal Messiah.

    Malachi 3.1 (King James Version) :
    Behold, I will send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me: and the Lord, whom ye seek, shall suddenly come to his temple, even the messenger of the covenant, whom ye delight in: behold, he shall come, saith the LORD of hosts.Noteformer: or, ancientNoteoppress: or, defraud
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  • PER042 The return to Aenon south of Galilee

    This article explores Jesus’ return to Aenon after Passover, highlighting the complementary ministries of Jesus and John the Baptist. John, the only evangelist to document this phase, emphasises the relationship between their ministries. Through this episode, the article shows that their roles were harmonious rather than competitive, each playing an essential part in the divine plan.

    Acts 1.21 (King James Version) :
    Wherefore of these men which have companied with us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us,
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The beginning of the ministry in Galilee

  • PER045 From Judea to Galilee

    Jesus leaves Judea for Galilee after John’s arrest, not out of fear but to begin his ministry fully. This marks a transition towards Galilee, where he receives a more favourable welcome.

    John 4.1-3 (King James Version) :
    When therefore the Lord knew how the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John,(Though Jesus himself baptized not, but his disciples,)He left Judæa, and departed again into Galilee.
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  • PER049 Arrival in Capernaum in Galilee

    The article explores Jesus’ ministry in Capernaum, his base in Galilee, frequently mentioned in the Gospels. The town, where several disciples lived, served as the base for his Gospel activities.

    Mark 1.29-31 (King James Version) :
    And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John.But Simon’s wife’s mother lay sick of a fever, and anon they tell him of her.And he came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered unto them.
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  • PER061 The disciple's dedication

    The article explores the dedication of Jesus' disciples, examining the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. It discusses the challenges and trials involved in choosing to follow Jesus, the Messiah's spiritual discernment, and the disciples' family obligations. Set in Galilee, it highlights the impact of Jesus' innovative ministry.

    Luke 9.61 (King James Version) :
    And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house.
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From the second to the third Passover festival

  • PER079 Many healings in Galilee

    Pericope 79 recounts the many healings Jesus performed in Galilee, around Capernaum, in AD 31. Faced with crowds from all over Israel, Jesus heals the sick and proclaims salvation, asking for discretion. Matthew connects these events with the prophecy of Isaiah 42:1–4 and sees a Trinitarian revelation in them. His growing fame contrasts with the increasing opposition of the Pharisees, jealous of his influence on the people.

    Isaiah 42.1-4 (King James Version) :
    Behold my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles.Notesmoking: or, dimly burningNotequench: Heb. quench itNotediscouraged: Heb. brokenHe shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be heard in the street.A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth.He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law.
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  • PER160 Jesus the Messiah's compassion for the crowd

    Pericope 160 analyzes Matthew 9.36-38, where Jesus, in Capernaum, is deeply moved with compassion for the crowd, “harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.” The Greek term “splagchnizomai” expresses a visceral compassion that moves Jesus to teach, heal and feed, in contrast with the indifference of the religious leaders. This compassion becomes a model for the disciples.

    Matthew 9.37 (King James Version) :
    Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few;
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From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week

  • PER185 Return to Bethsaida

    This article examines Jesus' return to Bethsaida after his confrontations with the Pharisees, highlighting his intention to give priority to faith over fruitless discussions.

    Mark 8.22 (King James Version) :
    And he cometh to Bethsaida; and they bring a blind man unto him, and besought him to touch him.
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  • PER198 The Messiah Jesus announces his death again

    Jesus announces to his disciples his imminent death and resurrection. This moment marks the end of his ministry in Galilee, where he avoids the crowds to prepare his disciples. References to Matthew 17.22-23, Mark 9.30-32 and Luke 9.43-45.

    Luke 9.43-45 (King James Version) :
    And they were all amazed at the mighty power of God. But while they wondered every one at all things which Jesus did, he said unto his disciples,Let these sayings sink down into your ears: for the Son of man shall be delivered into the hands of men.But they understood not this saying, and it was hid from them, that they perceived it not: and they feared to ask him of that saying.
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  • PER262 Teaching on divorce

    The article discusses Jesus’ teaching on divorce, drawing on the Gospels of Matthew and Mark. It places this teaching in the chronological context of Jesus’ ministry between Hanukkah and Passover, offering an in-depth analysis of the spiritual implications of his teachings beyond mere legal debates.

    Luke 19.1-10 (King James Version) :
    And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho.And, behold, there was a man named Zacchæus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich.And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature.And he ran before, and climbed up into a sycomore tree to see him: for he was to pass that way.And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zacchæus, make haste, and come down; for to day I must abide at thy house.And he made haste, and came down, and received him joyfully.And when they saw it, they all murmured, saying, That he was gone to be guest with a man that is a sinner.And Zacchæus stood, and said unto the Lord; Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; and if I have taken any thing from any man by false accusation, I restore him fourfold.And Jesus said unto him, This day is salvation come to this house, forsomuch as he also is a son of Abraham.For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.
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  • PER269 The request of Salome, the wife of Zebedee, for her sons

    The article deals with Salome’s request for her sons and Jesus’ geographical journey. This account takes place in February AD 33, during Jesus’ journey from Jericho to Bethany. The event highlights the tension between human understanding and the prophecies. Jesus announces his imminent death in answering Salome, revealing the spiritual values of the kingdom of God.

    John 11.7-10 (King James Version) :
    Then after that saith he to his disciples, Let us go into Judæa again.His disciples say unto him, Master, the Jews of late sought to stone thee; and goest thou thither again?Jesus answered, Are there not twelve hours in the day? If any man walk in the day, he stumbleth not, because he seeth the light of this world.But if a man walk in the night, he stumbleth, because there is no light in him.
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Peter's ministry

  • ADA025 The appointment of the Seven and the organization of the early Church

    Acts 6,1-7 relates the first internal crisis of the Jerusalem Church, linked to the unequal distribution to the widows. To remedy it, the Twelve propose appointing seven men full of the Holy Spirit and of wisdom. This foundational decision distinguishes the ministries while affirming their complementarity, and is accompanied by remarkable growth of the nascent Christian community.

    Acts 6.1 (King James Version) :
    And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.
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  • ADA026 The arrest of Stephen

    The article analyzes the arrest of Stephen (Acts 6.8-12) in Jerusalem around AD 34-35. Although appointed among the Seven, Stephen carries out a remarkable apostolic ministry. His witness provokes the opposition of Hellenistic Jews who, unable to refute him, resort to false witnesses to bring him before the Sanhedrin. Luke highlights the parallels with the trial of Jesus and the gradual extension of the persecution to the whole Church.

    Acts 6.12-13 (King James Version) :
    And they stirred up the people, and the elders, and the scribes, and came upon him, and caught him, and brought him to the council,And set up false witnesses, which said, This man ceaseth not to speak blasphemous words against this holy place, and the law:
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Further reading