It is surprising how often Jesus does or says objectionable things. We may not notice this when we read the gospels because over the centuries the stories have become familiar and have lost their initial shock value. But to the people around Jesus and gospel’s first audience, Jesus says and does some unsettling things. He […]
Tag: Biblical interpretation
Human Traditions
“Why do your disciples not live according to the tradition of the elders…?”, asked the Pharisees and scribes. “You abandon the commandment of God and hold to human tradition.”, Jesus replied. Take a moment and read Mark 7:1-23 for the story. Sometimes Christians are quick to dismiss these debates between Jesus and the religious authorities […]
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