From the second to the third Passover festival 2 studies
From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week 3 studies
From the second to the third Passover festival
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PER077
The healing of the man with the paralysed hand
Pericope 77 recounts the healing of a man with a paralysed hand in the synagogue in Capernaum on a Sabbath in AD 31. Reported by Matthew, Mark and Luke, this episode reveals the growing tension between Jesus and the Pharisees. Seeking to accuse him, they refuse to see the miracles performed. The year AD 31 ends with a break between Jesus and the Jewish religious authorities.
Matthew 12.9-13 (King James Version) :And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue:And, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath days? that they might accuse him.And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it fall into a pit on the sabbath day, will he not lay hold on it, and lift it out?How much then is a man better than a sheep? Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the sabbath days.Then saith he to the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it forth; and it was restored whole, like as the other.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER078
The Pharisees plan to murder Jesus the Messiah
Pericope 78 recounts the Pharisees' decision to murder Jesus the Messiah following the healing of the man with the paralysed hand on a Sabbath. In AD 31, in Capernaum, a clear divide separates the hostile religious authorities from the admiring people. Dissenting voices such as Nicodemus and Gamaliel testify to internal opposition within the Sanhedrin. Despite this plot, Jesus resolutely continues his ministry.
Luke 6.11 (King James Version) :And they were filled with madness; and communed one with another what they might do to Jesus.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week
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PER174
Teaching of the Messiah Jesus about the bread of life
John 6.22-59 records Jesus’ discourse on the bread of life, delivered in the synagogue of Capernaum on a Sabbath in May AD 32. After the multiplication of the loaves, Jesus reveals himself as the 'bread of life', inviting the crowd to believe in him in order to obtain eternal life. This passage, found only in John, displays a major christological and eucharistic richness, in the face of the incomprehension and murmuring of his hearers.
John 6.28 (King James Version) :Then said they unto him, What shall we do, that we might work the works of God?King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER175
The test of consecration
The pericope PER175 recounts, according to the sole testimony of John (Jn 6,60-61), the reaction of many disciples who, offended by the discourse on the bread of life delivered in Capernaum, choose to abandon the Messiah Jesus. This moment of trial reveals the gap between messianic political expectations and Jesus' spiritual proposal, inviting the reader to a deep reflection on the authentic nature of faith and consecration.
John 6.60-61 (King James Version) :Many therefore of his disciples, when they had heard this, said, This is an hard saying; who can hear it?When Jesus knew in himself that his disciples murmured at it, he said unto them, Doth this offend you?King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER176
Peter acknowledges Jesus as the Messiah
Pericope 176 recounts Peter's confession that Jesus is the Messiah, reported only by John (6.62-71). After a mass departure of disciples, Jesus asks the Twelve about their commitment. Peter responds with a remarkable proclamation of faith. The article explores the tension between divine sovereignty and human freedom, and concludes with the mention of Judas Iscariot, a reminder that nothing escapes God's gaze.
John 6.66 (King James Version) :From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org