“Look at the birds of the air,” Jesus said. (Mt. 6:26). Okay, a warm July afternoon, my attention is drawn heavenward to a white-winged gull climbing a thermal staircase in space.
For anyone interested in understanding the profound effect Jesus had on the world, it’s important to realize that his actions and teachings didn’t emerge from a vacuum. Rather, they were the product of a fascinating dialogue with—and reaction to—the traditions, cultures, and historical developments of ancient Jewish beliefs.
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“Jesus and His Jewish Influences”
For anyone interested in understanding the profound effect Jesus had on the world, it’s important to realize that his actions and teachings didn’t emerge from a vacuum.
