John

The beginning of the ministry in Galilee

PER054 Confirmation of the disciples’ calling
On the shores of the Sea of Galilee, around March 31, Jesus confirms the call of four fishermen: Simon Peter, Andrew, James and John. Unlike the first call at Bethany, he now invites them to leave everything behind and devote themselves exclusively to evangelism. Their immediate and total response reflects a trust built up over the months spent at his side. Matthew (4:18-22) and Mark (1:16-20) report this foundational episode of the Galilean ministry.

Mark 1.16-20 (King James Version) :
Now as he walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew his brother casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.And Jesus said unto them, Come ye after me, and I will make you to become fishers of men.And straightway they forsook their nets, and followed him.And when he had gone a little further thence, he saw James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, who also were in the ship mending their nets.And straightway he called them: and they left their father Zebedee in the ship with the hired servants, and went after him.
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PER055 The First Miraculous Catch of Fish
Pericope 55 recounts the first miraculous catch of fish, reported only by Luke (Luke 5:1-11), at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee. After a fruitless night of fishing, Jesus tells Simon Peter to cast the nets, producing an extraordinary catch. This miraculous act, distinct from the one in John 21, seems to have enabled the disciples to provide for their families before leaving everything to follow Jesus, illustrating the divine providence that accompanies every calling.

Matthew 4.18-22 (King James Version) :
And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them.And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him.
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PER067 The feast given by Levi
Matthew, also called Levi, holds a feast to mark his calling by Jesus. This banquet highlights Jesus' inclusive mission, as he is welcomed by those who are often rejected. The event is recounted in the Synoptic Gospels and symbolises Matthew's impact on those around him.

Matthew 10.1-4 (King James Version) :
And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease.Now the names of the twelve apostles are these; The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother;Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus;Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.
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From the second to the third Passover festival

PER080 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.

Mark 3.13-19 (King James Version) :
And he goeth up into a mountain, and calleth unto him whom he would: and they came unto him.And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach,And to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils:And Simon he surnamed Peter;And James the son of Zebedee, and John the brother of James; and he surnamed them Boanerges, which is, The sons of thunder:And Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus, and Simon the Canaanite,And Judas Iscariot, which also betrayed him: and they went into an house.
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PER108 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 4.32 (King James Version) :
And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power.
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PER144 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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PER155 The healing of Jairus' daughter
Pericope 155 recounts the raising of Jairus' daughter by Jesus the Messiah at Capernaum (Feb.–Mar. AD 32). Jairus, a ruler of the synagogue, prostrates himself before Jesus to implore the healing of his dying daughter. Despite the delay caused by the healing of a woman with a hemorrhage, Jesus goes to the house, says “Talitha koumi,” and raises the young girl. This miracle bears witness to his authority over death and calls for faith even in desperate situations.

John 11.40 (King James Version) :
Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God?
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From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week

PER193 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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PER194 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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PER195 The disciples’ question about the prophet Elijah
After the transfiguration, the disciples ask Jesus about the prophecy concerning Elijah. Jesus reveals that John the Baptist fulfills this prophecy, a connection that the Gospels develop progressively.

Luke 1.17 (King James Version) :
And he shall go before him in the spirit and power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just; to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.
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PER196 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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PER210 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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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 11.1-3 (King James Version) :
Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha.(It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick.)Therefore his sisters sent unto him, saying, Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick.
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The last week before the arrest

PER280 Triumphal entry into Jerusalem
Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem on March 27, AD 33, fulfilling the prophecy of Zechariah, is a messianic declaration of peace. This event, described in all four Gospels, presents Jesus not as a conqueror but as the Prince of Peace. In response, the crowd acclaims him, affirming his messiahship.

Zechariah 9.9 (King James Version) :
Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.^{aNotehaving…: or, saving himself}^{bNoteby…: or, whose covenant is by blood}
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PER301 The eschatological discourse on the Mount of Olives
Analysis of Jesus’ eschatological discourse on the Mount of Olives, based on the Gospels. Jesus speaks of the destruction of the Temple and the coming of the end times, revealing his prophetic abilities and the continuity of his mission after the crucifixion. Intended for readers who wish to deepen their theological understanding.

Matthew 24.1-31 (King James Version) :
And Jesus went out, and departed from the temple: and his disciples came to him for to shew him the buildings of the temple.And Jesus said unto them, See ye not all these things? verily I say unto you, There shall not be left here one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown down.And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world?And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you.For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet.For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places.All these are the beginning of sorrows.Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake.And then shall many be offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another.And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many.And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.When ye therefore shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, stand in the holy place, (whoso readeth, let him understand:)Then let them which be in Judaea flee into the mountains:Let him which is on the housetop not come down to take any thing out of his house:Neither let him which is in the field return back to take his clothes.And woe unto them that are with child, and to them that give suck in those days!But pray ye that your flight be not in the winter, neither on the sabbath day:For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be.And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect’s sake those days shall be shortened.Then if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or there; believe it not.For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.Behold, I have told you before.Wherefore if they shall say unto you, Behold, he is in the desert; go not forth: behold, he is in the secret chambers; believe it not.For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth even unto the west; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.For wheresoever the carcase is, there will the eagles be gathered together.Immediately after the tribulation of those days shall the sun be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light, and the stars shall fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens shall be shaken:And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.And he shall send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.
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The last day up to the crucifixion

PER319 The Promise of the Holy Spirit
The article examines Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit in John 14.16-31. Jesus prepares his disciples for his departure, promising the Spirit of truth as the living bond between Christ and the Church. This text illustrates Jesus’ perfect obedience to the divine plan and his love shown by sending the Comforter.

John 14.16-31 (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.Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also.At that day ye shall know that I am in my Father, and ye in me, and I in you.He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him.Judas saith unto him, not Iscariot, Lord, how is it that thou wilt manifest thyself unto us, and not unto the world?Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him.He that loveth me not keepeth not my sayings: and the word which ye hear is not mine, but the Father’s which sent me.These things have I spoken unto you, being yet present with you.But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and come again unto you. If ye loved me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I.And now I have told you before it come to pass, that, when it is come to pass, ye might believe.Hereafter I will not talk much with you: for the prince of this world cometh, and hath nothing in me.But that the world may know that I love the Father; and as the Father gave me commandment, even so I do. Arise, let us go hence.
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PER322 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.

Psalms 69.5 (King James Version) :
O God, thou knowest my foolishness; and my sins are not hid from thee.^{aNotesins: Heb. guiltiness}
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PER325 The farewell prayer: Jesus the Messiah prays for himself
This article focuses on Jesus’ farewell prayer in the Gospel of John. Before his crucifixion, he prays aloud for his disciples according to the divine plan. Set in Jerusalem, the scene reveals the unity between Jesus and God, offering a solid testimony to strengthen the disciples’ faith. This prayer highlights Jesus’ awareness of the events to come and his commitment to his redemptive mission.

Acts 12.12 (King James Version) :
And when he had considered the thing, he came to the house of Mary the mother of John, whose surname was Mark; where many were gathered together praying.
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PER329 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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PER334 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.

Matthew 26.36-56 (King James Version) :
Then cometh Jesus with them unto a place called Gethsemane, and saith unto the disciples, Sit ye here, while I go and pray yonder.And he took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and very heavy.Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: tarry ye here, and watch with me.And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour?Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.And he came and found them asleep again: for their eyes were heavy.And he left them, and went away again, and prayed the third time, saying the same words.Then cometh he to his disciples, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.Rise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that doth betray me.And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people.Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he: hold him fast.And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, master; and kissed him.And Jesus said unto him, Friend, wherefore art thou come? Then came they, and laid hands on Jesus, and took him.And, behold, one of them which were with Jesus stretched out his hand, and drew his sword, and struck a servant of the high priest’s, and smote off his ear.Then said Jesus unto him, Put up again thy sword into his place: for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword.Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?But how then shall the scriptures be fulfilled, that thus it must be?In that same hour said Jesus to the multitudes, Are ye come out as against a thief with swords and staves for to take me? I sat daily with you teaching in the temple, and ye laid no hold on me.But all this was done, that the scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled. Then all the disciples forsook him, and fled.
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PER336 The transfer to the incumbent High Priest, Caiaphas
The article analyzes the transfer of Jesus to Caiaphas, highlighting the planning of the Jewish authorities to secure a swift condemnation, with a semblance of legality. Several appendices shed light on the historical context, and the Gospels describe the events in detail.

Mark 14.53 (King James Version) :
And they led Jesus away to the high priest: and with him were assembled all the chief priests and the elders and the scribes.
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PER337 The Apostles Peter and John in the courtyard of Caiaphas’ house
This article recounts the dramatic scene of the apostles Peter and John following Jesus into the courtyard of Caiaphas, revealing their faithfulness and frailty at the heart of Jesus’ passion. The biblical references describe their attempt to stay close to Jesus despite the fear of repercussions. This moment symbolizes a key point of the Gospels, highlighting human nature in the face of the divine mission.

Luke 22.54-55 (King James Version) :
Then took they him, and led him, and brought him into the high priest’s house. And Peter followed afar off.And when they had kindled a fire in the midst of the hall, and were set down together, Peter sat down among them.
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PER338 The presentation before the Sanhedrin
This article analyzes the presentation of Jesus before the Sanhedrin prior to his crucifixion according to the Gospels, setting out the violation of Jewish law by a night trial. Strategically orchestrated by Caiaphas to avoid the crowd, this judgment illustrates key theological and historical issues.

Matthew 26.59-66 (King James Version) :
Now the chief priests, and elders, and all the council, sought false witness against Jesus, to put him to death;But found none: yea, though many false witnesses came, yet found they none. At the last came two false witnesses,And said, This fellow said, I am able to destroy the temple of God, and to build it in three days.And the high priest arose, and said unto him, Answerest thou nothing? what is it which these witness against thee?But Jesus held his peace. And the high priest answered and said unto him, I adjure thee by the living God, that thou tell us whether thou be the Christ, the Son of God.Jesus saith unto him, Thou hast said: nevertheless I say unto you, Hereafter shall ye see the Son of man sitting on the right hand of power, and coming in the clouds of heaven.Then the high priest rent his clothes, saying, He hath spoken blasphemy; what further need have we of witnesses? behold, now ye have heard his blasphemy.What think ye? They answered and said, He is guilty of death.
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PER339 The abuse begins
The article deals with the mistreatment inflicted on Jesus before the crucifixion, centered on the interpretation of the Gospel accounts. It explores how the Sanhedrin manipulated the accusations to obtain the support of the Roman authorities, turning a religious accusation into political sedition.

John 18.27 (King James Version) :
Peter then denied again: and immediately the cock crew.
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PER340 The Denial of the Apostle Peter, Accompanied by the Apostle John
This article describes the denial of the Apostle Peter as recounted in the Gospels, when he denies his Master Jesus three times. The article highlights the precise circumstances of this event and explores the role of the apostle John. By setting the different versions of the Gospels side by side, this tragic moment is analyzed in depth within the historical and religious context of the time.

Mark 14.66-72 (King James Version) :
And as Peter was beneath in the palace, there cometh one of the maids of the high priest:And when she saw Peter warming himself, she looked upon him, and said, And thou also wast with Jesus of Nazareth.But he denied, saying, I know not, neither understand I what thou sayest. And he went out into the porch; and the cock crew.And a maid saw him again, and began to say to them that stood by, This is one of them.And he denied it again. And a little after, they that stood by said again to Peter, Surely thou art one of them: for thou art a Galilaean, and thy speech agreeth thereto.But he began to curse and to swear, saying, I know not this man of whom ye speak.And the second time the cock crew. And Peter called to mind the word that Jesus said unto him, Before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice. And when he thought thereon, he wept.
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Reliability of the Scriptures and other doctrinal topics

APO002 Listening, discerning, returning to the first love
An exegetical study of Revelation 2, analyzing the messages to the Churches of Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum and Thyatira. Each letter follows a common structure: diagnosis, call to faithfulness and eschatological promise. The article invites us to listen to the Spirit, to discern the communal drifts and to rediscover the first love for Christ, from a perspective that is both historical and theological.

Revelation 2.1-7 (King James Version) :
Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks;I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: and thou hast tried them which say they are apostles, and are not, and hast found them liars:And hast borne, and hast patience, and for my name’s sake hast laboured, and hast not fainted.Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love.Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent.But this thou hast, that thou hatest the deeds of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate.He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God.
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APO010 The Second Seal, the Second Horseman
The article APO010 analyzes the second seal of Revelation (Rev 6.3-4): a red horse whose rider receives a great sword and the power to take peace from the earth. Through four symbols — the red horse, the rider, the sword and the peace taken away — the study explores the reality of war as divine judgment and human responsibility, stressing that only Christ can bring true and lasting peace.

Revelation 6.1-8 (King James Version) :
And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals, and I heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, Come and see.And I saw, and behold a white horse: and he that sat on him had a bow; and a crown was given unto him: and he went forth conquering, and to conquer.And when he had opened the second seal, I heard the second beast say, Come and see.And there went out another horse that was red: and power was given to him that sat thereon to take peace from the earth, and that they should kill one another: and there was given unto him a great sword.And when he had opened the third seal, I heard the third beast say, Come and see. And I beheld, and lo a black horse; and he that sat on him had a pair of balances in his hand.And I heard a voice in the midst of the four beasts say, A measure of wheat for a penny, and three measures of barley for a penny; and see thou hurt not the oil and the wine.And when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth beast say, Come and see.And I looked, and behold a pale horse: and his name that sat on him was Death, and Hell followed with him. And power was given unto them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with sword, and with hunger, and with death, and with the beasts of the earth.
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The resurrection and the various appearances

PER368 The Reaction of Peter and John
Pericope 368 examines the reaction of Peter and John after Mary Magdalene's testimony about the empty tomb. The two apostles run to the sepulchre, discover the burial linens and the folded face cloth, but do not yet grasp the reality of the resurrection. The article harmonizes the accounts of Luke 24.12 and John 20.3-12, distinguishes two successive announcements to the disciples, and highlights the initial lack of understanding in the face of Jesus' prophecies about his resurrection.

Luke 9.22 (King James Version) :
Saying, The Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be slain, and be raised the third day.
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Healings

MIR005 Healing of Peter's mother-in-law
This article discusses the miracle of the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law, as recounted in Matthew, Mark, and Luke. It highlights Jesus’ healing power and his compassion for the sick, with the accounts emphasizing different aspects of this event. Jesus immediately heals Peter’s mother-in-law, and she then begins to serve them. The unique perspectives of the Gospels enrich our understanding of this miraculous act.

Luke 4.38-39 (King James Version) :
And he arose out of the synagogue, and entered into Simon’s house. And Simon’s wife’s mother was taken with a great fever; and they besought him for her.And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she arose and ministered unto them.
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Contradictions

CTD070 The transfiguration
Cet article analyse les différences apparentes entre les récits évangéliques de la transfiguration de Jésus. Il évalue les perspectives uniques de Matthieu, Marc et Luc, soulignant l'absence de Jean sur cet événement. Les variations entre les récits sont considérées comme complémentaires, enrichissant la compréhension de cet épisode clé de la théologie chrétienne.

Luke 9.34-36 (King James Version) :
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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CTD074 Salome’s request
L'article analyse les récits de Matthieu et Marc sur la demande de Salomé et de ses fils Jacques et Jean pour une place privilégiée dans le royaume de Dieu. Les différences sont examinées pour montrer qu'elles ne constituent pas une contradiction, mais plutôt un complément. Chaque Évangile offre une perspective unique, enrichissant ainsi la compréhension de l'événement.

Luke 22.24-27 (King James Version) :
And there was also a strife among them, which of them should be accounted the greatest.And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors.But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.For whether is greater, he that sitteth at meat, or he that serveth? is not he that sitteth at meat? but I am among you as he that serveth.
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Pierre's Ministry

ADA004 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 4.32 (King James Version) :
And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common.
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ADA005 Matthias's Choice
Analyse d'Actes 1.15-26, relatant l'élection de Matthias pour remplacer Judas l'Iscariote. Pierre, porte-parole naturel des disciples, fonde la nécessité de ce remplacement sur les Psaumes. Les critères apostoliques sont précisés : avoir suivi Jésus depuis son baptême et être témoin de sa résurrection. Matthias est finalement désigné par tirage au sort après prière, rétablissant le collège des Douze, symbole des douze tribus d'Israël.

John 21.15-19 (King James Version) :
So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs.He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep.He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep.Verily, verily, I say unto thee, When thou wast young, thou girdedst thyself, and walkedst whither thou wouldest: but when thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldest not.This spake he, signifying by what death he should glorify God. And when he had spoken this, he saith unto him, Follow me.
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ADA009 The healing of the lame man
L'article examine la guérison du boiteux en Actes 3.1-11 par Pierre et Jean, situant le miracle dans le contexte du temple de Jérusalem. Il discute de l'importance de cette guérison comme acte de témoignage et souligne l'action du Saint-Esprit post-Pentecôte dans le ministère des apôtres.

Mark 6.12-13 (King James Version) :
And they went out, and preached that men should repent.And they cast out many devils, and anointed with oil many that were sick, and healed them.
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ADA010 Pierre's New Speech
L'article explore le deuxième grand discours de Pierre, donnant suite à la Pentecôte. Pierre, accompagné de Jean, prêche en Jérusalem après la guérison d'un homme boiteux, soulignant la christologie, la repentance et les prophéties du Messie. Le discours impacte la communauté mais rencontre l'opposition des autorités religieuses.

Deuteronomy 18.15 (King James Version) :
The LORD thy God will raise up unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee, of thy brethren, like unto me; unto him ye shall hearken;
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ADA011 The Arrest of Peter and John
Couvrant Actes 4.1-4, cet article examine l'arrestation de Pierre et Jean par les autorités religieuses de Jérusalem. Suite à des miracles accomplis par les apôtres, la communauté chrétienne voit une forte croissance, entraînant une réaction prudente mais ferme des leaders juifs face à cette nouvelle foi prônant la résurrection, un concept central qui heurte particulièrement les sadducéens.

Acts 4.1-4 (King James Version) :
And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them,Being grieved that they taught the people, and preached through Jesus the resurrection from the dead.And they laid hands on them, and put them in hold unto the next day: for it was now eventide.Howbeit many of them which heard the word believed; and the number of the men was about five thousand.
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ADA012 Peter and John in Prison
Cet article traite de la confrontation de Pierre et Jean avec le Sanhédrin. Les apôtres, arrêtés pour avoir prêché, doivent comparaître devant ce tribunal religieux influent. Face à la même autorité qui avait condamné Jésus, Pierre et Jean, soutenus par l'Esprit Saint, témoignent courageusement de leur foi, illustrant la continuité du message du Christ.

Acts 12.1-2 (King James Version) :
Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex certain of the church.And he killed James the brother of John with the sword.
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ADA013 The Defense of Peter and John Before the Sanhedrin
Pierre et Jean présentent une défense audacieuse devant le Sanhédrin après un miracle qui surprend les autorités. Remplis du Saint-Esprit, ils démontrent une assurance qui étonne leurs juges. Luc souligne l'accomplissement des promesses de Jésus, et l'irréfutabilité des faits renforce leur témoignage.

John 6.68-69 (King James Version) :
Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life.And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.
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ADA014 The Sanhedrin's Deliberation and Verdict
Face à l'embarras du Sanhédrin après un miracle accompli par Pierre et Jean, les autorités religieuses interdisent la prédication au nom de Jésus, espérant que des menaces compromettront le message chrétien. Pierre et Jean répondent en affirmant leur obéissance prioritaire à Dieu, illustrant une transformation spirituelle soutenue par le Saint-Esprit.

Luke 12.11-12 (King James Version) :
And when they bring you unto the synagogues, and unto magistrates, and powers, take ye no thought how or what thing ye shall answer, or what ye shall say:For the Holy Ghost shall teach you in the same hour what ye ought to say.
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ADA015 The Testimony of Peter and John
L'article traite du retour de Pierre et Jean auprès des croyants après leur arrestation par le Sanhédrin. Face aux menaces, l'assemblée s'unit dans la prière, affirmant la souveraineté de Dieu et demandant force pour proclamer l'Évangile, exprimant une foi inébranlable.

Acts 4.27-28 (King James Version) :
For of a truth against thy holy child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles, and the people of Israel, were gathered together,For to do whatsoever thy hand and thy counsel determined before to be done.
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ADA019 The Arrest of the Apostles
L'article ADA019 commente Actes 5.17-18 : face à la croissance remarquable de l'Église à Jérusalem, le grand prêtre et les sadducéens, animés de jalousie, font arrêter les apôtres. Luc montre que malgré l'opposition des autorités religieuses, l'œuvre du Christ se poursuit par l'action du Saint-Esprit, accomplissant la promesse d'Actes 1.8.

Acts 5.14 (King James Version) :
And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.)
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ADA020 The Miraculous Deliverance of the Apostles
Cet article analyse la délivrance miraculeuse des apôtres (Actes 5.19-21) à Jérusalem au printemps 33. Arrêtés par le grand prêtre et les sadducéens, les apôtres sont libérés de prison par un ange durant la nuit. Luc rapporte ce miracle avec sobriété, en soulignant sa signification théologique et ses parallèles avec l'Ancien Testament. L'ange confie aux apôtres libérés la mission d'annoncer au Temple 'les paroles de cette vie', expression désignant le message du salut en Jésus-Christ.

Acts 5.14 (King James Version) :
And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.)
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ADA026 Etienne's Arrest
L'article analyse l'arrestation d'Étienne (Actes 6.8-12) à Jérusalem vers 34-35 ap. J.-C. Bien que désigné parmi les Sept, Étienne exerce un ministère apostolique remarquable. Son témoignage suscite l'opposition de Juifs hellénistes qui, incapables de le réfuter, recourent à de faux témoins pour le faire comparaître devant le Sanhédrin. Luc souligne les parallèles avec le procès de Jésus et l'extension progressive de la persécution à toute l'Église.

Acts 5.17-18 (King James Version) :
Then the high priest rose up, and all they that were with him, (which is the sect of the Sadducees,) and were filled with indignation,And laid their hands on the apostles, and put them in the common prison.
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ADA032 The Gospel in Samaria
Après la mort d'Étienne, la persécution disperse les croyants de Jérusalem qui, partout où ils vont, annoncent l'Évangile. Philippe se rend en Samarie et y prêche avec puissance. Luc montre que cette dispersion accomplit le programme missionnaire annoncé par Jésus en Actes 1.8. La Samarie, longtemps séparée d'Israël, reçoit enfin la Bonne Nouvelle. Philippe, l'un des Sept, devient le premier évangéliste officiellement désigné du Nouveau Testament.

Acts 21.8 (King James Version) :
And the next day we that were of Paul’s company departed, and came unto Cæsarea: and we entered into the house of Philip the evangelist, which was one of the seven; and abode with him.
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Miracles

MIR029 The transfiguration
La Transfiguration, relatée dans Matthieu, Marc et Luc, révèle la divinité de Jésus. Il est transfiguré devant Pierre, Jacques et Jean sur une montagne. Moïse et Élie apparaissent, et une voix céleste déclare Jésus comme le Fils bien-aimé. Ces récits soulignent l'importance de Jésus et son enseignement.

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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MIR040 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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Historical notes

INF039 The Catholic Bible
This article explores the composition of the Catholic Bible, its books and its distinctive features, notably the deuterocanonical books and the canon fixed at the Council of Trent.

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PDA009 God’s love for humanity
The article explores God’s love through John 3:16 and the idea that, despite persecution, faith in Jesus offers a path to eternal life. It asserts that following Jesus’ teachings is an open door into the kingdom of God, and although this life is transitory, our choices here influence our eternity. Salvation through Jesus is presented as a precious gift, and everyone is free to accept it or not.

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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Le début du ministère en Galilée 3 études

De la 2ème à la 3ème fête de Pâque 4 études

De la 3ème Pâque au début de la dernière semaine 6 études

La dernière semaine avant l'arrestation 2 études

La dernière journée jusqu'à la crucifixion 10 études

Fiabilité des Écritures et autres thèmes doctrinaux 2 études

La résurrection et les différentes apparitions 1 étude

Guérisons 1 étude

Les contradictions 2 études

Ministère de Pierre 13 études

Miracles 2 études

Notes historiques 1 étude

Parole d'un Ami 1 étude

The beginning of the ministry in Galilee

From the second to the third Passover festival

From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week

The last week before the arrest

The last day up to the crucifixion

Reliability of the Scriptures and other doctrinal topics

The resurrection and the various appearances

Healings

Contradictions

Pierre's Ministry

Miracles

Historical notes

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