Étude 1 sur 62 · Les premiers disciples

  1. Étude 1 : Les premiers disciples
  2. Étude 2 : La rencontre avec Philippe
  3. Étude 3 : La rencontre du Messie Jésus avec Nathanaël
  4. Étude 4 : Un passage à Capernaüm
  5. Étude 5 : Les conflits entre les disciples
  6. Étude 6 : Le retour en Galilée
  7. Étude 7 : Le Messie Jésus s’isole pour prier
  8. Étude 8 : La consécration du disciple
  9. Étude 9 : Nombreuses guérisons en Galilée
  10. Étude 10 : Le choix des 12 Apôtres
  11. Étude 11 : Proclamation de l’Evangile
  12. Étude 12 : Avertissement sur les persécutions à venir
  13. Étude 13 : Rassemblement des disciples et de la foule
  14. Étude 14 : Le sermon sur la montagne (3), le sel de la terre
  15. Étude 15 : Le sermon sur la montagne (4), la lumière du Monde
  16. Étude 16 : Le sermon sur la montagne (10), aimer ses ennemis
  17. Étude 17 : Le sermon sur la montagne (20), les deux chemins
  18. Étude 18 : Le sermon sur la montagne (22), ceux qui m’appellent Seigneur
  19. Étude 19 : Le sermon sur la montagne (23), les deux maisons
  20. Étude 20 : Les résultats du sermon sur la montagne
  21. Étude 21 : Le départ du Messie Jésus vers d’autres villes
  22. Étude 22 : Le Messie Jésus, avec ses disciples, annonce le royaume de Dieu
  23. Étude 23 : La parabole de la lampe sous le boisseau
  24. Étude 24 : Enseignement du Messie Jésus sur l'inquiétude
  25. Étude 25 : La question de Pierre
  26. Étude 26 : D'autres paraboles non rapportées
  27. Étude 27 : Explication le soir de différentes paraboles (l'ivraie)
  28. Étude 28 : L'épreuve de la consécration
  29. Étude 29 : Pierre reconnait Jésus comme le Messie
  30. Étude 30 : Le Messie Jésus annonce ses futures souffrances, réaction de Pierre
  31. Étude 31 : La transfiguration
  32. Étude 32 : Les recommandations du Maître
  33. Étude 33 : Un démon difficile à chasser
  34. Étude 34 : Le Messie Jésus annonce à nouveau sa mort
  35. Étude 35 : Les scandales et les occasions de chutes
  36. Étude 36 : Parabole de la brebis perdue
  37. Étude 37 : Le voyage par la Samarie
  38. Étude 38 : La réaction de Jacques et Jean
  39. Étude 39 : Instruction sur la prière
  40. Étude 40 : Instruction sur les scandales, le pardon et la foi
  41. Étude 41 : La requête de Salomé, la femme de Zébédée, pour ses fils
  42. Étude 42 : L'arrivée des Juifs de la ville de Jérusalem
  43. Étude 43 : Le retour à Béthanie
  44. Étude 44 : Le retour de nouveau à Béthanie
  45. Étude 45 : Dispute des disciples au sujet de la prééminence
  46. Étude 46 : Pierre et un autre disciple proposent de défendre leur Maître
  47. Étude 47 : Le chemin qui mène au ciel
  48. Étude 48 : Entretien personnel avec ses disciples
  49. Étude 49 : Avertissement concernant la persécution
  50. Étude 50 : Le Messie Jésus réconforte ses disciples
  51. Étude 51 : Le Messie Jésus évoque sa mort prochaine
  52. Étude 52 : Le combat dans la prière
  53. Étude 53 : La fuite des disciples
  54. Étude 54 : Les disciples présents à la crucifixion
  55. Étude 55 : Les femmes avertissent les disciples
  56. Étude 56 : Le Messie Jésus calme la tempête
  57. Étude 57 : Le retour et l’attente des disciples
  58. Étude 58 : L’accomplissement de la promesse
  59. Étude 59 : Première pêche miraculeuse
  60. Étude 60 : Deuxième pêche miraculeuse après la résurrection
  61. Étude 61 : Résurrection du Messie Jésus
  62. Étude 62 : Le grand choix de nos vies

The ministry of John the Baptist

  • The first disciples

    The article examines Jesus’ first meeting with his earliest disciples, reported only by John. Andrew and John recognise Jesus as the Messiah and decide to follow him. A significant moment is Jesus’ transformation of Simon Peter’s identity, marking their commitment. This account offers a unique perspective absent from the Synoptic Gospels.

    John 1.35-42 (King James Version) :
    Again the next day after John stood, and two of his disciples;And looking upon Jesus as he walked, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God!And the two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus.Then Jesus turned, and saw them following, and saith unto them, What seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi, (which is to say, being interpreted, Master,) where dwellest thou?He saith unto them, Come and see. They came and saw where he dwelt, and abode with him that day: for it was about the tenth hour.One of the two which heard John speak, and followed him, was Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother.He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ.And he brought him to Jesus. And when Jesus beheld him, he said, Thou art Simon the son of Jona: thou shalt be called Cephas, which is by interpretation, A stone.
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  • The encounter with Philip

    PER034 recounts Jesus’ meeting with Philip, reported only by John (Jn 1:43–46), at Bethany beyond the Jordan on 6 October 29. Philip, formerly a disciple of John the Baptist like Andrew, John and Simon Peter, becomes Jesus’ fourth disciple. The article explores these disciples’ natural transition to the Messiah, with John the Baptist understanding himself as a forerunner rather than a rival teacher.

    John 1.43-46 (King James Version) :
    The day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and findeth Philip, and saith unto him, Follow me.Now Philip was of Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter.Philip findeth Nathanael, and saith unto him, We have found him, of whom Moses in the law, and the prophets, did write, Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.And Nathanael said unto him, Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth? Philip saith unto him, Come and see.
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  • Jesus the Messiah’s encounter with Nathanael

    Pericope 35 studies the meeting between Jesus and Nathanael, unique to John’s Gospel (John 1:47–51), dated to 23 November 29 at Nazareth. Jesus demonstrates supernatural knowledge of Nathanael, who becomes the first to confess him publicly as the Son of God and King of Israel. Identified with Bartholomew and originally from Cana, Nathanael is connected with the wedding at Cana that follows in John’s narrative.

    John 21.2 (King James Version) :
    There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two other of his disciples.
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  • A visit to Capernaum

    After the wedding at Cana, Jesus the Messiah visits Capernaum with his family around 1 December 29. Only John reports this episode (John 2:12). He meets his disciples Peter, Andrew, James and John there and befriends Zebedee and Salome. This town later becomes the headquarters of his Galilean ministry. After this visit, he returns to Nazareth before joining John the Baptist at Aenon.

    Luke 23.49 (King James Version) :
    And all his acquaintance, and the women that followed him from Galilee, stood afar off, beholding these things.
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  • Conflicts between the disciples

    The article ‘PER043 - Conflicts between the disciples’ explores the rivalry between John the Baptist’s disciples and Jesus’ disciples. At this key period at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Judea, some of John’s disciples begin following Jesus, causing tensions. John the Baptist emphasises his transitional role and Jesus’ messianic nature, with the events probably taking place at Aenon in Judea.

    John 3.25-36 (King James Version) :
    Then there arose a question between some of John’s disciples and the Jews about purifying.And they came unto John, and said unto him, Rabbi, he that was with thee beyond Jordan, to whom thou barest witness, behold, the same baptizeth, and all men come to him.John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven.Ye yourselves bear me witness, that I said, I am not the Christ, but that I am sent before him.He that hath the bride is the bridegroom: but the friend of the bridegroom, which standeth and heareth him, rejoiceth greatly because of the bridegroom’s voice: this my joy therefore is fulfilled.He must increase, but I must decrease.He that cometh from above is above all: he that is of the earth is earthly, and speaketh of the earth: he that cometh from heaven is above all.And what he hath seen and heard, that he testifieth; and no man receiveth his testimony.He that hath received his testimony hath set to his seal that God is true.For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hand.He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.
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The beginning of the ministry in Galilee

  • The return to Galilee

    The article describes Jesus’ return to Galilee, drawing on the Gospels and key locations such as Capernaum and Nazareth. It explains how these journeys marked the beginning of a more strategic and influential ministry.

    John 4.43-45 (King James Version) :
    Now after two days he departed thence, and went into Galilee.For Jesus himself testified, that a prophet hath no honour in his own country.Then when he was come into Galilee, the Galilæans received him, having seen all the things that he did at Jerusalem at the feast: for they also went unto the feast.
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  • Jesus the Messiah withdraws to pray

    The article addresses Jesus' withdrawal to pray, highlighting the balance between his spiritual message and the crowd's expectations of healing. Mark and Luke's account shows the importance of prayer for Jesus in the face of external pressures. The spiritual mission remained central.

    Mark 1.35-37 (King James Version) :
    And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.And Simon and they that were with him followed after him.And when they had found him, they said unto him, All men seek for thee.
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  • 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.

    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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From the second to the third Passover festival

  • 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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  • The choosing of the 12 Apostles

    Jesus chooses twelve disciples from among his followers and gives them the title of apostles, a Greek term meaning ‘sent on a mission’. This choice, made after a night of prayer, corresponds to the number of Israel's tribes. The Twelve receive authority to heal and proclaim salvation, forming the foundation of the future Church. The article explores the term's etymology, Jesus' prayer, the question of his omniscience and the case of Judas Iscariot.

    Matthew 9.38 (King James Version) :
    Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.
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  • Proclamation of the Gospel

    The article ‘PER082 - Proclamation of the Gospel’ explores Jesus' prophetic instructions to his disciples, announcing future persecutions. Based on Matthew 10:16–23, it highlights the Holy Spirit's role. Taking place in Galilee, this training prepares the apostles for the challenges ahead.

    Matthew 10.16-23 (King James Version) :
    Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues;And ye shall be brought before governors and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them and the Gentiles.But when they deliver you up, take no thought how or what ye shall speak: for it shall be given you in that same hour what ye shall speak.For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you.And the brother shall deliver up the brother to death, and the father the child: and the children shall rise up against their parents, and cause them to be put to death.And ye shall be hated of all men for my name’s sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.But when they persecute you in this city, flee ye into another: for verily I say unto you, Ye shall not have gone over the cities of Israel, till the Son of man be come.
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  • Warning about coming persecutions

    Jesus warns his disciples of future persecutions, revealing the spiritual and difficult nature of their mission. This teaching, based on Matthew's Gospel, aims to prepare the apostles for the spiritual and physical challenges of ministry.

    Matthew 10.24-42 (King James Version) :
    The disciple is not above his master, nor the servant above his lord.It is enough for the disciple that he be as his master, and the servant as his lord. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebub, how much more shall they call them of his household?Fear them not therefore: for there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; and hid, that shall not be known.What I tell you in darkness, that speak ye in light: and what ye hear in the ear, that preach ye upon the housetops.And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father.But the very hairs of your head are all numbered.Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows.Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven.But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven.Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.For I am come to set a man at variance against his father, and the daughter against her mother, and the daughter in law against her mother in law.And a man’s foes shall be they of his own household.He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me.He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it.He that receiveth you receiveth me, and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me.He that receiveth a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet’s reward; and he that receiveth a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man’s reward.And whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold water only in the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward.
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  • The gathering of the disciples and the crowd

    The article addresses the gathering of the disciples and the crowd in Galilee, where Jesus delivers his Sermon on the Mount after choosing the twelve apostles. The crowd is drawn mainly by miraculous healings, but this moment is also essential for teaching Jesus' message. Luke and Matthew offer two complementary perspectives on this event.

    Luke 6.17-19 (King James Version) :
    And he came down with them, and stood in the plain, and the company of his disciples, and a great multitude of people out of all Judæa and Jerusalem, and from the sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, which came to hear him, and to be healed of their diseases;And they that were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed.And the whole multitude sought to touch him: for there went virtue out of him, and healed them all.
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  • The Sermon on the Mount (3): the salt of the earth

    The article examines the ‘salt of the earth’ in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, analysed in Matthew 5:13 with connections to Mark's and Luke's Gospels. Jesus uses this metaphor to illustrate the disciples' role as bearers of wisdom and protection against corruption, warning against losing their spiritual influence.

    Luke 14.34-35 (King James Version) :
    Salt is good: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be seasoned?It is neither fit for the land, nor yet for the dunghill; but men cast it out. He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.
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  • The Sermon on the Mount (4): the light of the World

    This article explores how, in the Sermon on the Mount, the image of the ‘light of the world’ teaches disciples to live their faith visibly, illustrated through Matthew 5:14–16, Mark 4:21–22 and Luke 8:16/11:33–35. These allegories encourage them to be examples of integrity, reflecting God's light to inspire others to celebrate him.

    Luke 8.16 (King James Version) :
    No man, when he hath lighted a candle, covereth it with a vessel, or putteth it under a bed; but setteth it on a candlestick, that they which enter in may see the light.
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  • The Sermon on the Mount (10): loving one's enemies

    The tenth section of the Sermon on the Mount concerns love of enemies (Matthew 5:43–48; Luke 6:27–36). Jesus goes beyond Pharisaic interpretation by inviting his disciples to love even Gentiles, following God, who loves all people. The ‘Golden Rule’ (Matthew 7:12) complements this teaching. The ultimate aim is divine perfection: ‘Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect.’

    Matthew 7.1-12 (King James Version) :
    Judge not, that ye be not judged.For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother’s eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye?Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother’s eye.Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.Or what man is there of you, whom if his son ask bread, will he give him a stone?Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
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  • The Sermon on the Mount (20), the two paths

    The article discusses the Sermon on the Mount, in which Jesus explains the importance of spiritual choices, symbolized by two paths. This recurring theme emphasizes Jesus’ call to his disciples to choose the difficult way leading to eternal life.

    Luke 18.27 (King James Version) :
    And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.
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  • The Sermon on the Mount (22), those who call me Lord

    The article explores the Sermon on the Mount, in which Jesus speaks of supposed disciples whom he does not recognize. Comparing the evangelists Matthew and Luke, it discusses the authentic faith needed to enter the Kingdom of God, beyond ethnic identity and miraculous deeds.

    Luke 15.23 (King James Version) :
    And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill it; and let us eat, and be merry:
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  • The Sermon on the Mount (23), the two houses

    This article analyzes the parable of the two houses, illustrating the importance of solid spiritual foundations in the face of deceptive appearances and emphasizing the distinction between true and false disciples.

    Luke 6.47-49 (King James Version) :
    Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like:He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.
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  • The results of the Sermon on the Mount

    PER108 concludes the Sermon on the Mount according to Matthew 7.28-29. The crowd and the disciples are struck by Jesus’ unique authority, so different from that of the Pharisees. Through 23 points, Jesus has outlined the portrait of a true disciple, an ideal impossible to attain without profound transformation. The crowd glimpses the Messiah in him and longs for the new life he offers.

    Luke 6.17 (King James Version) :
    And he came down with them, and stood in the plain, and the company of his disciples, and a great multitude of people out of all Judæa and Jerusalem, and from the sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, which came to hear him, and to be healed of their diseases;
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  • Jesus the Messiah’s departure for other towns

    Pericope 112 analyses Jesus’ departure on a journey through the towns and villages of Galilee (Mt 11.1), dated to May–June AD31. Unlike John the Baptist, who remained in one place, Jesus actively travelled throughout the region to proclaim the Kingdom of Heaven, guided by the Holy Spirit, so as to reach even the poorest, who could not travel to him.

    Matthew 11.1 (King James Version) :
    And it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end of commanding his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and to preach in their cities.
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  • Jesus the Messiah, with his disciples, proclaims the Kingdom of God

    The article explores how Jesus proclaimed the Kingdom of God with his disciples, highlighting the importance of the women who supported these missions and the distinction between preaching and proclaiming according to Luke.

    Luke 8.1-3 (King James Version) :
    And it came to pass afterward, that he went throughout every city and village, preaching and shewing the glad tidings of the kingdom of God: and the twelve were with him,And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils,And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod’s steward, and Susanna, and many others, which ministered unto him of their substance.
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  • The parable of the lamp under a bushel

    The parable of the lamp under a basket teaches Jesus' disciples to let their spiritual light shine by living exemplary lives. This means living in a way that strengthens the divine light and encourages others to do likewise, drawing inspiration from the Gospels.

    Luke 11.33-36 (King James Version) :
    No man, when he hath lighted a candle, putteth it in a secret place, neither under a bushel, but on a candlestick, that they which come in may see the light.The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body also is full of light; but when thine eye is evil, thy body also is full of darkness.Take heed therefore that the light which is in thee be not darkness.If thy whole body therefore be full of light, having no part dark, the whole shall be full of light, as when the bright shining of a candle doth give thee light.
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  • The Messiah Jesus' teaching on worry

    Jesus teaches people not to worry about material needs, illustrating divine providence through examples from nature and emphasizing the priority of the Kingdom of God.

    Luke 12.22-34 (King James Version) :
    And he said unto his disciples, Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on.The life is more than meat, and the body is more than raiment.Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?And which of you with taking thought can add to his stature one cubit?If ye then be not able to do that thing which is least, why take ye thought for the rest?Consider the lilies how they grow: they toil not, they spin not; and yet I say unto you, that Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.If then God so clothe the grass, which is to day in the field, and to morrow is cast into the oven; how much more will he clothe you, O ye of little faith?And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind.For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: and your Father knoweth that ye have need of these things.But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth.For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
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  • Peter's question

    This article explores Peter's question about the audience for Jesus' parables. Set near Capernaum, it emphasizes the disciples' difficulties in grasping the teachings, highlighting the challenge of understanding the universal message of the kingdom of God. Luke is the only evangelist to record this particular intervention by Peter.

    Luke 12.41 (King James Version) :
    Then Peter said unto him, Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even to all?
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  • Other unrecorded parables

    Pericope PER144 examines Mark 4.33-34, where it is acknowledged that Jesus told many parables not recorded by the evangelists. Set near Capernaum in November–December 31, this passage reveals Jesus' progressive teaching method: revelation adapted to his listeners, in-depth training of the disciples, and the importance of spiritual understanding. John himself acknowledges (Jn 20.30; 21.25) that the Gospels contain only a fraction of Jesus' teachings.

    Mark 4.34 (King James Version) :
    But without a parable spake he not unto them: and when they were alone, he expounded all things to his disciples.
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  • Evening explanation of various parables (the weeds)

    PER146 rapporte l'explication donnée par Jésus à ses disciples concernant la parabole de l'ivraie (Mt 13.36-43), témoignage exclusif de Matthieu. Jésus y dévoile une méthode d'interprétation en trois axes : identification symbolique des éléments, dimension eschatologique et application pratique. Ce passage s'inscrit dans le discours des sept paraboles du Royaume de Dieu rassemblées par Matthieu au chapitre 13.

    Matthew 13.31-32 (King James Version) :
    Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field:Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof.
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From the third Passover to the beginning of the last week

  • 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?
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  • 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 6.44 (King James Version) :
    No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day.
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  • The Messiah Jesus announces his coming sufferings, Peter’s reaction

    Jesus announces his imminent sufferings at Caesarea Philippi. Peter, rejecting this idea, illustrates the disciples’ lack of understanding of the Messiah’s spiritual mission. Jesus’ announcement refocuses the goal on the Kingdom of God, anticipating the crucifixion.

    Luke 24.21 (King James Version) :
    But we trusted that it had been he which should have redeemed Israel: and beside all this, to day is the third day since these things were done.
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  • The transfiguration

    The article explores the transfiguration of Jesus, in which he shines with divine light alongside Moses and Elijah on Mount Hermon. Peter, James and John are witnesses of it. This event reveals the divinity of Jesus.

    Luke 9.28-36 (King James Version) :
    And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray.And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering.And, behold, there talked with him two men, which were Moses and Elias:Who appeared in glory, and spake of his decease which he should accomplish at Jerusalem.But Peter and they that were with him were heavy with sleep: and when they were awake, they saw his glory, and the two men that stood with him.And it came to pass, as they departed from him, Peter said unto Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here: and let us make three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias: not knowing what he said.While he thus spake, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud.And there came a voice out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him.And when the voice was past, Jesus was found alone. And they kept it close, and told no man in those days any of those things which they had seen.
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  • The Master’s instructions

    The article explores Jesus' command to his disciples to keep his transfiguration secret, highlighting the importance of faith and of preparing the apostles for their future responsibilities.

    Matthew 17.9 (King James Version) :
    And as they came down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, saying, Tell the vision to no man, until the Son of man be risen again from the dead.
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  • A demon difficult to drive out

    The article explores the disciples’ failed attempt to cast a demon out of a young boy, which required Jesus’ intervention after the Transfiguration. The accounts in Matthew, Mark and Luke point to the weakness of their faith as the reason for their failure.

    Matthew 17.14-18 (King James Version) :
    And when they were come to the multitude, there came to him a certain man, kneeling down to him, and saying,Lord, have mercy on my son: for he is lunatick, and sore vexed: for ofttimes he falleth into the fire, and oft into the water.And I brought him to thy disciples, and they could not cure him.Then Jesus answered and said, O faithless and perverse generation, how long shall I be with you? how long shall I suffer you? bring him hither to me.And Jesus rebuked the devil; and he departed out of him: and the child was cured from that very hour.
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  • 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.

    Matthew 17.22-23 (King James Version) :
    And while they abode in Galilee, Jesus said unto them, The Son of man shall be betrayed into the hands of men:And they shall kill him, and the third day he shall be raised again. And they were exceeding sorry.
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  • Offenses and occasions for stumbling

    Pericope PER201 presents Jesus' private teaching in Capernaum on offenses and occasions for stumbling. He distinguishes two cases: those who cause new converts to stumble, and Christians confronted with their own weaknesses. Through radical bodily metaphors, Jesus calls us to eliminate everything that leads to sin, stressing that life in the kingdom of God is worth any sacrifice. Matthew, Mark and Luke report this teaching with complementary nuances.

    Mark 9.42-48 (King James Version) :
    And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.And if thy hand offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched:Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.And if thy foot offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter halt into life, than having two feet to be cast into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched:Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.And if thine eye offend thee, pluck it out: it is better for thee to enter into the kingdom of God with one eye, than having two eyes to be cast into hell fire:Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.
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  • Parable of the lost sheep

    The parable of the lost sheep (Mt 18.10-14; Lk 15.3-7) is taught by Jesus at Capernaum in September AD 32, shortly before his final departure from Galilee. Matthew emphasizes the protection of the ‘little ones’ and the divine will not to lose any of them, whereas Luke stresses the heavenly joy over the repentant sinner. The figure of the shepherd points to the messianic mission of Jesus, the good shepherd who prepares his disciples for his absence by promising them a spiritual guide.

    John 14.16-18 (King James Version) :
    And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.
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  • The journey through Samaria

    Pericope 209 recounts the journey of Jesus and his disciples through Samaria, reported only by Luke. Leaving Galilee on October 3, AD 32, Jesus chooses the shorter Samaritan route to Jerusalem. Some villages refuse to welcome him, illustrating the tensions between Jews and Samaritans, while others accept him. This passage foreshadows the universal mission and the future evangelization of the region by the 70 disciples.

    John 7.9-10 (King James Version) :
    When he had said these words unto them, he abode still in Galilee.But when his brethren were gone up, then went he also up unto the feast, not openly, but as it were in secret.
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  • The reaction of James and John

    During Jesus’ journey through Samaria, James and John, the “sons of thunder,” propose calling down fire from heaven on a hostile Samaritan village. Jesus sternly rebukes them, reminding them that he came to save people, not to destroy them. This episode, reported only by Luke (Lk 9.54-56), illustrates the Jewish-Samaritan tensions and the gradual formation of the disciples toward a spirit of mercy.

    2 Kings 1.9-12 (King James Version) :
    Then the king sent unto him a captain of fifty with his fifty. And he went up to him: and, behold, he sat on the top of an hill. And he spake unto him, Thou man of God, the king hath said, Come down.And Elijah answered and said to the captain of fifty, If I be a man of God, then let fire come down from heaven, and consume thee and thy fifty. And there came down fire from heaven, and consumed him and his fifty.Again also he sent unto him another captain of fifty with his fifty. And he answered and said unto him, O man of God, thus hath the king said, Come down quickly.And Elijah answered and said unto them, If I be a man of God, let fire come down from heaven, and consume thee and thy fifty. And the fire of God came down from heaven, and consumed him and his fifty.
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  • Instruction on prayer

    Pericope PER224 presents Jesus’ instruction on prayer, given on the Mount of Olives in December AD 32. Drawing on Matthew 6.9-13 and Luke 11.1-4, it examines the Lord’s Prayer in two distinct contexts. Luke places the episode near Jerusalem, after the visit to Bethany and before the healing of a possessed man. The disciples, some of whom had followed John the Baptist, ask Jesus to teach them to pray.

    Luke 11.37 (King James Version) :
    And as he spake, a certain Pharisee besought him to dine with him: and he went in, and sat down to meat.
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  • Instruction on stumbling blocks, forgiveness and faith

    This article examines Jesus’ teachings on stumbling blocks, forgiveness and faith in Luke 17.1-6. Jesus urges the disciples to avoid causing spiritual falls and to forgive without limit. This instruction highlights communal responsibility and the disciples’ commitment to the kingdom of heaven.

    Luke 17.1-6 (King James Version) :
    Then said he unto the disciples, It is impossible but that offences will come: but woe unto him, through whom they come!It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones.Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him.And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him.And the apostles said unto the Lord, Increase our faith.And the Lord said, If ye had faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye might say unto this sycamine tree, Be thou plucked up by the root, and be thou planted in the sea; and it should obey you.
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  • 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 10.22-23 (King James Version) :
    And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter.And Jesus walked in the temple in Solomon’s porch.
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The last week before the arrest

  • The arrival of the Jews from the city of Jerusalem

    The article deals with the arrival of Jews at Bethany to see Jesus as the Passion draws near. Faced with his growing popularity, the religious authorities consider having him arrested, while Judas’s betrayal is being prepared.

    John 12.9-11 (King James Version) :
    Much people of the Jews therefore knew that he was there: and they came not for Jesus’ sake only, but that they might see Lazarus also, whom he had raised from the dead.But the chief priests consulted that they might put Lazarus also to death;Because that by reason of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus.
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  • The return to Bethany

    After his triumphal entry into Jerusalem, Jesus leaves the city in the evening to return to Bethany with his twelve disciples, including Judas. Related mainly by Mark (11.11) and Matthew (21.17), this episode, set on Sunday, March 27, AD 33, illustrates the rhythm of the last week: days at the Temple, nights near Bethany. The disciples use these journeys to ask their Master about the meaning of his messianic acts.

    Matthew 21.17 (King James Version) :
    And he left them, and went out of the city into Bethany; and he lodged there.
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  • Returning Once More to Bethany

    PER287 describes the return of Jesus and his disciples to Bethany after a day at the Temple of Jerusalem, on Monday, March 28, AD 33. Attested mainly by Mark 11.19, this episode sheds light on the group's nightly routine around Martha, Mary and Lazarus. The article deals with the scattered hospitality, the role of the women, the daily round trips between Bethany and Jerusalem, and the disciples' failure to understand the announcements of the Passion.

    Mark 9.31 (King James Version) :
    For he taught his disciples, and said unto them, The Son of man is delivered into the hands of men, and they shall kill him; and after that he is killed, he shall rise the third day.
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The last day up to the crucifixion

  • Dispute among the Disciples over Preeminence

    The article analyzes a scene from the Gospels in which Jesus’ disciples argue about who is the greatest, revealing their attachment to an earthly understanding of the Kingdom of God. Jesus teaches that true greatness lies in selfless service. This account illustrates the inverted spiritual values of Christianity.

    Matthew 20.20-24 (King James Version) :
    Then came to him the mother of Zebedee’s children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him.And he said unto her, What wilt thou? She saith unto him, Grant that these my two sons may sit, the one on thy right hand, and the other on the left, in thy kingdom.But Jesus answered and said, Ye know not what ye ask. Are ye able to drink of the cup that I shall drink of, and to be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with? They say unto him, We are able.And he saith unto them, Ye shall drink indeed of my cup, and be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with: but to sit on my right hand, and on my left, is not mine to give, but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepared of my Father.And when the ten heard it, they were moved with indignation against the two brethren.
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  • Peter and another disciple offer to defend their Master

    The article deals with the reaction of Peter and the disciples to the announcement of Jesus’ death. Misreading the message, they consider an earthly solution to a spiritual issue. The text explains how the Messiah’s mission is revealed through the crucifixion, finally leading the disciples to grasp its true meaning. The moment captured here shows the journey from incomprehension to genuine faith.

    John 3.16 (King James Version) :
    For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
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  • The Way to Heaven

    The article deciphers John 14.1-15, where Jesus comforts his disciples by promising to prepare a place for them with the Father. It stresses his unique mediation and his unity with God, while promising the Holy Spirit to guide the apostles.

    John 13.30 (King James Version) :
    He then having received the sop went immediately out: and it was night.
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  • Personal conversation with his disciples

    The article analyzes Jesus' last interactions with his disciples, highlighting their spiritual transformation through divine revelation. Jesus calls them friends, not servants, emphasizing the importance of love and of the divine mission. The account invites us to see election and mission in theological continuity.

    John 15.15-17 (King James Version) :
    Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you.Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.These things I command you, that ye love one another.
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  • Warning about persecution

    The article explains Jesus’ warning to his disciples about the inevitable persecution they will face. Drawing on the Gospels, it shows that this hatred is bound up with their belonging to Christ. Yet Jesus promises the support of the Holy Spirit to help them go through these trials.

    John 16.1-4 (King James Version) :
    These things have I spoken unto you, that ye should not be offended.They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service.And these things will they do unto you, because they have not known the Father, nor me.But these things have I told you, that when the time shall come, ye may remember that I told you of them. And these things I said not unto you at the beginning, because I was with you.
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  • Jesus the Messiah comforts his disciples

    In John 16.5-15, Jesus comforts his disciples, promising the Holy Spirit to guide them into the truth after his departure. This important passage highlights the mission of the Spirit: to convict of sin, of righteousness and of judgment, while ensuring the continuity of Jesus' teachings.

    John 13.30 (King James Version) :
    He then having received the sop went immediately out: and it was night.
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  • Jesus the Messiah speaks of his coming death

    The article deals with the passage in which Jesus announces his coming death, giving his disciples words of comfort and assurance of victory over evil through the resurrection.

    Mark 14.50 (King James Version) :
    And they all forsook him, and fled.
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  • 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.

    Isaiah 53.5-6 (King James Version) :
    But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.
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  • The Flight of the Disciples

    The article examines the disciples’ flight at the arrest of Jesus, stressing their fear and the calm of Jesus. It details the arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, the interpretation of the Gospels, and the contrast between the disciples’ panic and the sovereignty of Jesus.

    Mark 14.32-52 (King James Version) :
    And they came to a place which was named Gethsemane: and he saith to his disciples, Sit ye here, while I shall pray.And he taketh with him Peter and James and John, and began to be sore amazed, and to be very heavy;And saith unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful unto death: tarry ye here, and watch.And he went forward a little, and fell on the ground, and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him.And he said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; take away this cup from me: nevertheless not what I will, but what thou wilt.And he cometh, and findeth them sleeping, and saith unto Peter, Simon, sleepest thou? couldest not thou watch one hour?Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. The spirit truly is ready, but the flesh is weak.And again he went away, and prayed, and spake the same words.And when he returned, he found them asleep again, (for their eyes were heavy,) neither wist they what to answer him.And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.Rise up, let us go; lo, he that betrayeth me is at hand.And immediately, while he yet spake, cometh Judas, one of the twelve, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and the scribes and the elders.And he that betrayed him had given them a token, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he; take him, and lead him away safely.And as soon as he was come, he goeth straightway to him, and saith, Master, master; and kissed him.And they laid their hands on him, and took him.And one of them that stood by drew a sword, and smote a servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear.And Jesus answered and said unto them, Are ye come out, as against a thief, with swords and with staves to take me?I was daily with you in the temple teaching, and ye took me not: but the scriptures must be fulfilled.And they all forsook him, and fled.And there followed him a certain young man, having a linen cloth cast about his naked body; and the young men laid hold on him:And he left the linen cloth, and fled from them naked.
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  • The disciples present at the crucifixion

    PER360 analyzes the disciples present at the crucifixion of Jesus at Golgotha, comparing the four Gospels. They were mostly women — Mary the mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Salome, Mary the wife of Clopas — and the apostle John, the only man mentioned. Their courage contrasts with the flight of the male disciples. Jesus entrusts his mother to John, a gesture of profound humanity. A supernatural darkness covers the scene from noon until 3 p.m., on Friday, April 1, AD 33.

    Mark 15.40-41 (King James Version) :
    There were also women looking on afar off: among whom was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James the less and of Joses, and Salome;(Who also, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered unto him;) and many other women which came up with him unto Jerusalem.
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The Resurrection and the Various Appearances

  • The Women Warn the Disciples

    Pericope 367 examines the moment when the women warn the disciples of the resurrection, comparing Matthew 28.8, Mark 16.9-11, Luke 24.9-11 and John 20.2. A notable divergence appears: Mary Magdalene seems unaware of the angels’ message, unlike the other women. The hypothesis that Mary left early, before the angelic appearance, makes it possible to harmonize the accounts and to explain her persistent incomprehension before the empty tomb.

    John 20.2 (King James Version) :
    Then she runneth, and cometh to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple, whom Jesus loved, and saith unto them, They have taken away the Lord out of the sepulchre, and we know not where they have laid him.
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Healings

  • Jesus the Messiah calms the storm

    This article examines how, in Matthew 8:23–27, Mark 4:35–41, and Luke 8:22–25, Jesus calms a storm, demonstrating his divine power. The accounts highlight the disciples’ fearful reaction and the importance of faith, with variations reflecting each evangelist’s unique perspective.

    Matthew 8.23-27 (King James Version) :
    And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him.And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: but he was asleep.And his disciples came to him, and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish.And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm.But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!
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Pierre's Ministry

  • Le retour et l’attente des disciples

    Après l'ascension de Jésus (12 mai 33), les disciples retournent à Jérusalem depuis le mont des Oliviers, distant d'un 'chemin de sabbat'. Ils se rassemblent dans une chambre haute, probablement la maison de Marie mère de Jean Marc, et persévèrent unanimement dans la prière, avec les femmes et la famille de Jésus. Cette période d'attente préfigure les caractéristiques de l'Église naissante.

    Acts 1.12 (King James Version) :
    Then returned they unto Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is from Jerusalem a sabbath day’s journey.
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  • The Fulfillment of the Promise

    L'article détaille l'accomplissement de la promesse du Saint-Esprit lors de la Pentecôte, comme relaté dans Actes des Apôtres. Cent vingt disciples reçoivent des manifestations divines à Jérusalem, parlant en langues comprises par divers peuples. Cet événement marque l'universalité de l'Évangile.

    Joel 3.1-2 (King James Version) :
    For, behold, in those days, and in that time, when I shall bring again the captivity of Judah and Jerusalem,Notepleasant: Heb. desirableNotethe Grecians: Heb. the sons of the GreciansI will also gather all nations, and will bring them down into the valley of Jehoshaphat, and will plead with them there for my people and for my heritage Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations, and parted my land.
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Miracles

  • First miraculous catch of fish

    Le passage de Luc 5.1-11 montre l'autorité de Jésus et l'appel de Simon Pierre. Après une pêche miraculeuse, Jésus invite Pierre à devenir pêcheur d'hommes, illustrant la mission évangélique.

    Luke 5.1-11 (King James Version) :
    And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret,And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon’s, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down, and taught the people out of the ship.Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught.And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.And they beckoned unto their partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink.When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken:And so was also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men.And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him.
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  • Second miraculous catch of fish after the resurrection

    Jean 21.1-14 relate la pêche miraculeuse après la résurrection, où Jésus ressuscité réapparaît sur le rivage de la mer de Tibériade et conseille ses disciples sur la pêche. Il est reconnu par Jean lorsque le filet déborde de poissons. Pierre, transporté de joie, nage jusqu'à lui, tandis que Jésus prépare un repas symbolique.

    Luke 5.1-11 (King James Version) :
    And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret,And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon’s, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down, and taught the people out of the ship.Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught.And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.And they beckoned unto their partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink.When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken:And so was also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men.And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him.
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  • Resurrection of the Messiah Jesus

    Analyse comparative des quatre récits évangéliques de la résurrection de Jésus (Mt 28.1-10 ; Mc 16.1-8 ; Lc 24.1-12 ; Jn 20.1-18). L'article identifie les points communs — tombeau vide, présence des femmes, annonce angélique — et les divergences — nombre de femmes et d'anges, réactions, chronologie. Les différences sont expliquées par les perspectives théologiques, styles littéraires et publics distincts de chaque évangéliste, soulignant la centralité de la résurrection dans la foi chrétienne.

    Mark 16.1-8 (King James Version) :
    And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, had bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint him.And very early in the morning the first day of the week, they came unto the sepulchre at the rising of the sun.And they said among themselves, Who shall roll us away the stone from the door of the sepulchre?And when they looked, they saw that the stone was rolled away: for it was very great.And entering into the sepulchre, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a long white garment; and they were affrighted.And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here: behold the place where they laid him.But go your way, tell his disciples and Peter that he goeth before you into Galilee: there shall ye see him, as he said unto you.And they went out quickly, and fled from the sepulchre; for they trembled and were amazed: neither said they any thing to any man; for they were afraid.
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A Friend’s word

  • The great choice of our lives

    The article explores the crucial decision to follow Jesus despite the difficulties. Peter chooses the path of deep commitment to Jesus, favoring eternal values over immediate material blessings, unlike others who turn away. Stressing the importance of choosing the narrow path that leads to eternal life, the article urges us to put God first in order to succeed in our spiritual life and attain true salvation.

    Matthew 16.26 (King James Version) :
    For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
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Further reading
  • ANN021 The disciples’ callings

    L'article analyse les différents récits des évangiles concernant l'appel des premiers disciples de Jésus, montrant que ces narrations ne se contredisent pas mais se…

  • ANN022 The choosing of the apostles

    L'article explore le choix des douze apôtres par Jésus, soulignant l'importance symbolique du nombre douze. Il détaille la sélection attentive des apôtres et l'impact…

  • ANN029 The conflict between John’s and Jesus’ followers

    L'article aborde les tensions entre les disciples de Jean le Baptiste et de Jésus, deux figures bibliques centrales, en mettant en avant leurs ministères…

  • ANN111 The destination of the disciples after the multiplication of the loaves

    L'article explore les récits divergents des Évangiles concernant la destination des disciples après la multiplication des pains, en analysant les perspectives de Matthieu, Marc…