De la 2ème à la 3ème fête de Pâque 13 études
- 1The Pharisees plan to murder Jesus the Messiah
- 2Jesus the Messiah, with his disciples, proclaims the Kingdom of God
- 3Parable and warning about the return of Jesus the Messiah
- 4The comparison with the growing seed
- 5The parable of the mustard seed
De la 3ème Pâque au début de la dernière semaine 1 étude
Ministère de Jésus : appels, miracles et enseignements 1 étude
La dernière semaine avant l'arrestation 3 études
La dernière journée jusqu'à la crucifixion 3 études
La résurrection et les différentes apparitions 1 étude
Les contradictions 7 études
- 23The colt and the donkey?
- 24Jairus' daughter
- 25Has John the Baptist been resurrected?
- 26How many times did Jesus withdraw from his disciples to pray?
- 27What did the centurion say when Jesus died?
Miracles 1 étude
Notes historiques 1 étude
From the second to the third Passover festival
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PER078
The Pharisees plan to murder Jesus the Messiah
Pericope 78 recounts the Pharisees' decision to murder Jesus the Messiah following the healing of the man with the paralysed hand on a Sabbath. In AD 31, in Capernaum, a clear divide separates the hostile religious authorities from the admiring people. Dissenting voices such as Nicodemus and Gamaliel testify to internal opposition within the Sanhedrin. Despite this plot, Jesus resolutely continues his ministry.
Acts 5.34-39 (King James Version) :Then stood there up one in the council, a Pharisee, named Gamaliel, a doctor of the law, had in reputation among all the people, and commanded to put the apostles forth a little space;And said unto them, Ye men of Israel, take heed to yourselves what ye intend to do as touching these men.For before these days rose up Theudas, boasting himself to be somebody; to whom a number of men, about four hundred, joined themselves: who was slain; and all, as many as obeyed him, were scattered, and brought to nought.After this man rose up Judas of Galilee in the days of the taxing, and drew away much people after him: he also perished; and all, even as many as obeyed him, were dispersed.And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought:But if it be of God, ye can not overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
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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.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
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Parable and warning about the return of Jesus the Messiah
The article examines a parable about the return of the Messiah Jesus, emphasizing the disciples' readiness and watchfulness. Through Luke, Matthew, and Mark, it explores the need for a spiritually oriented life in the face of uncertainty about the time of the Messiah's return.
Mark 13.32-37 (King James Version) :But of that day and that hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father.Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is.For the Son of man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch.Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning:Lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping.And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
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The comparison with the growing seed
Pericope 142 analyzes the comparison with the growing seed (Mark 4.26-29), the only parable unique to Mark. Delivered near Capernaum in Galilee around November–December 31, it teaches the mystery of the Kingdom of God: incomprehensible divine growth, the role of the human sower, the gradual development of spiritual life, and the eschatological prospect of the final harvest.
Mark 4.26-29 (King James Version) :And he said, So is the kingdom of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground;And should sleep, and rise night and day, and the seed should spring and grow up, he knoweth not how.For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.But when the fruit is brought forth, immediately he putteth in the sickle, because the harvest is come.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER143
The parable of the mustard seed
The parable of the mustard seed (Mt 13.31-32; Mk 4.30-32; Lk 13.18-19) illustrates the Kingdom of God through a tiny seed becoming a large tree. Delivered near Capernaum in AD 31, it teaches that the Kingdom begins humbly but experiences extraordinary growth, offering refuge and welcome to all. It calls for faith, patience, and trust in God for spiritual growth.
Matthew 13.1-23 (King James Version) :The same day went Jesus out of the house, and sat by the sea side.And great multitudes were gathered together unto him, so that he went into a ship, and sat; and the whole multitude stood on the shore.And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow;And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up:Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth:And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away.And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them:But other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold.Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.And the disciples came, and said unto him, Why speakest thou unto them in parables?He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he hath.Therefore speak I to them in parables: because they seeing see not; and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand.And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive:For this people’s heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed; lest at any time they should see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and should understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them.But blessed are your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear.For verily I say unto you, That many prophets and righteous men have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them.Hear ye therefore the parable of the sower.When any one heareth the word of the kingdom, and understandeth it not, then cometh the wicked one, and catcheth away that which was sown in his heart. This is he which received seed by the way side.But he that received the seed into stony places, the same is he that heareth the word, and anon with joy receiveth it;Yet hath he not root in himself, but dureth for a while: for when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by he is offended.He also that received seed among the thorns is he that heareth the word; and the care of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the word, and he becometh unfruitful.But he that received seed into the good ground is he that heareth the word, and understandeth it; which also beareth fruit, and bringeth forth, some an hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
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.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER151
Jesus the Messiah stills the storm
Après une journée d'enseignement intense, Jésus traverse le lac de Tibériade avec ses disciples. Une violente tempête éclate, menaçant de couler la barque. Réveillé par des disciples paniqués, Jésus ordonne aux éléments de se taire et un grand calme s'installe aussitôt. Cet épisode, rapporté par Matthieu, Marc et Luc, révèle l'autorité divine de Jésus sur la nature et enseigne l'importance d'une foi inébranlable même au cœur des épreuves.
Mark 4.35-41 (King James Version) :And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships.And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish?And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER154
The healing of the woman with bleeding
La péricope 154 relate la guérison d'une femme souffrant d'hémorragie depuis douze ans, rapportée par Matthieu, Marc et Luc. À Capharnaüm, elle touche discrètement le vêtement de Jésus en route vers chez Jaïrus. Guérie instantanément, elle est reconnue publiquement par Jésus qui déclare : 'Ta foi t'a sauvée.' L'article compare les trois récits synoptiques et explore la portée théologique, christologique et sociale de ce miracle de foi.
Leviticus 15.25-27 (King James Version) :And if a woman have an issue of her blood many days out of the time of her separation, or if it run beyond the time of her separation; all the days of the issue of her uncleanness shall be as the days of her separation: she shall be unclean.Every bed whereon she lieth all the days of her issue shall be unto her as the bed of her separation: and whatsoever she sitteth upon shall be unclean, as the uncleanness of her separation.And whosoever toucheth those things shall be unclean, and shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER159
Jesus the Messiah continues his work
La péricope 159 présente Jésus poursuivant son ministère en Galilée, depuis Capernaüm, en février-mars 32, avant la troisième Pâque. S'appuyant uniquement sur Matthieu 9.35, l'article souligne la priorité accordée à la proclamation du Royaume sur les miracles, l'autonomie des synagogues locales face aux pharisiens, et la méthode thématique de Matthieu, corrigée ici par la chronologie de Marc.
Matthew 12 (King James Version) :At that time Jesus went on the sabbath day through the corn; and his disciples were an hungred, and began to pluck the ears of corn, and to eat.But when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto him, Behold, thy disciples do that which is not lawful to do upon the sabbath day.But he said unto them, Have ye not read what David did, when he was an hungred, and they that were with him;How he entered into the house of God, and did eat the shewbread, which was not lawful for him to eat, neither for them which were with him, but only for the priests?Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and are blameless?But I say unto you, That in this place is one greater than the temple.But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.For the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day.And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue:And, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath days? that they might accuse him.And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it fall into a pit on the sabbath day, will he not lay hold on it, and lift it out?How much then is a man better than a sheep? Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the sabbath days.Then saith he to the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it forth; and it was restored whole, like as the other.Then the Pharisees went out, and held a council against him, how they might destroy him.But when Jesus knew it, he withdrew himself from thence: and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them all;And charged them that they should not make him known:That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles.He shall not strive, nor cry; neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets.A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.And in his name shall the Gentiles trust.Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb: and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw.And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David?But when the Pharisees heard it, they said, This fellow doth not cast out devils, but by Beelzebub the prince of the devils.And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand?And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your children cast them out? therefore they shall be your judges.But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you.Or else how can one enter into a strong man’s house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house.He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men.And whosoever speaketh a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but whosoever speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come.Either make the tree good, and his fruit good; or else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt: for the tree is known by his fruit.O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee.But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas:For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale’s belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.The men of Nineveh shall rise in judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: because they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here.The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here.When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none.Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished.Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation.While he yet talked to the people, behold, his mother and his brethren stood without, desiring to speak with him.Then one said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to speak with thee.But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren?And he stretched forth his hand toward his disciples, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren!For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
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Sending out the twelve apostles
La péricope 162 relate l'envoi des douze apôtres par Jésus en Galilée, quelques semaines avant Pâque (mars 32). Rapporté par Matthieu (10.1-15), Marc (6.6-13) et Luc (9.1-6), cet épisode montre les disciples envoyés deux par deux pour prêcher le royaume, guérir et chasser les démons. Chaque évangéliste apporte sa propre perspective sur les instructions de voyage et la nature de la mission.
Matthew 10.1-15 (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.These twelve Jesus sent forth, and commanded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into any city of the Samaritans enter ye not:But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand.Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give.Provide neither gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses,Nor scrip for your journey, neither two coats, neither shoes, nor yet staves: for the workman is worthy of his meat.And into whatsoever city or town ye shall enter, enquire who in it is worthy; and there abide till ye go thence.And when ye come into an house, salute it.And if the house be worthy, let your peace come upon it: but if it be not worthy, let your peace return to you.And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.Verily I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment, than for that city.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER164
A Recap of the Arrest of John the Baptist
La péricope PER164 rappelle les circonstances de l'arrestation de Jean le Baptiste, relatées par Matthieu (14.3-5) et Marc (6.17-20). Jean fut emprisonné pour avoir dénoncé publiquement le mariage illicite d'Hérode Antipas avec Hérodiade, ex-femme de son frère. Marc offre un portrait nuancé d'Hérode, ambigu et fasciné par Jean, tandis que Matthieu insiste sur sa crainte de la foule. C'est Hérodiade qui pousse à la mort du prophète, détenu à Macheronte en mars 32.
Mark 6.17-20 (King James Version) :For Herod himself had sent forth and laid hold upon John, and bound him in prison for Herodias’ sake, his brother Philip’s wife: for he had married her.For John had said unto Herod, It is not lawful for thee to have thy brother’s wife.Therefore Herodias had a quarrel against him, and would have killed him; but she could not:For Herod feared John, knowing that he was a just man and an holy, and observed him; and when he heard him, he did many things, and heard him gladly.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER165
A Recap of the Circumstances Surrounding the Assassination of John the Baptist
La péricope 165 analyse les circonstances de l'assassinat de Jean le Baptiste selon Matthieu (14.6-12) et Marc (6.21-29). En Galilée, en mars 32, Hérode Antipas cède à la manipulation d'Hérodiade via la danse de Salomé et fait décapiter le prophète. L'article souligne le parallèle entre le martyre de Jean et celui de Jésus, deux figures messianiques injustement condamnées et ensevelies dans un tombeau.
Matthew 14.1-12 (King James Version) :At that time Herod the tetrarch heard of the fame of Jesus,And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison for Herodias’ sake, his brother Philip’s wife.For John said unto him, It is not lawful for thee to have her.And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet.But when Herod’s birthday was kept, the daughter of Herodias danced before them, and pleased Herod.Whereupon he promised with an oath to give her whatsoever she would ask.And she, being before instructed of her mother, said, Give me here John Baptist’s head in a charger.And the king was sorry: nevertheless for the oath’s sake, and them which sat with him at meat, he commanded it to be given her.And he sent, and beheaded John in the prison.And his head was brought in a charger, and given to the damsel: and she brought it to her mother.And his disciples came, and took up the body, and buried it, and went and told Jesus.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER166
The return of the apostles
Après leur mission d'évangélisation en Galilée, les apôtres reviennent auprès de Jésus et lui rendent compte de leur activité. Marc souligne leur épuisement et le besoin de repos dans un lieu désert, tandis que Luc précise que le retrait s'effectue vers Bethsaïda. Cette péricope met en lumière la compassion de Jésus envers ses disciples, l'importance du repos dans le ministère et la pratique de la reddition de compte apostolique. L'événement se situe en Galilée en mars 32.
Mark 6.30-31 (King James Version) :And the apostles gathered themselves together unto Jesus, and told him all things, both what they had done, and what they had taught.And he said unto them, Come ye yourselves apart into a desert place, and rest a while: for there were many coming and going, and they had no leisure so much as to eat.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
From the third Passover to the beginning of the last week
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PER202
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.
Matthew 18.10-14 (King James Version) :Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost.How think ye? if a man have an hundred sheep, and one of them be gone astray, doth he not leave the ninety and nine, and goeth into the mountains, and seeketh that which is gone astray?And if so be that he find it, verily I say unto you, he rejoiceth more of that sheep, than of the ninety and nine which went not astray.Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Jesus’ ministry: callings, miracles and teachings
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The Faithful Servant
La parabole du figuier bourgeonnant, rapportée par Matthieu, Marc et Luc dans leur discours eschatologique, invite les disciples à discerner les signes annonciateurs du retour du Messie. Comme les bourgeons annoncent l'été, les événements du monde annoncent la proximité du Royaume de Dieu. La parole du Christ est éternelle et sûre : le ciel et la terre passeront, mais elle demeure.
Matthew 24.32-35 (King James Version) :Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When his branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is nigh:So likewise ye, when ye shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors.Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled.Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
The last week before the arrest
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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.
Luke 19.35-40 (King James Version) :And they brought him to Jesus: and they cast their garments upon the colt, and they set Jesus thereon.And as he went, they spread their clothes in the way.And when he was come nigh, even now at the descent of the mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen;Saying, Blessed be the King that cometh in the name of the Lord: peace in heaven, and glory in the highest.And some of the Pharisees from among the multitude said unto him, Master, rebuke thy disciples.And he answered and said unto them, I tell you that, if these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER281
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.
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.Notehaving…: or, saving himselfNoteby…: or, whose covenant is by bloodKing James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER288
The fig tree is withered
The day after Jesus cursed the fig tree, the disciples discover the tree completely withered. Jesus takes the opportunity to teach about the power of faith and the importance of forgiveness. Beyond this teaching, the fig tree symbolizes Israel in the Scriptures, and its withering foreshadows the judgment that would fall on the nation forty years later with the destruction of the Temple. Faith and forgiveness remain the unshakable values that Jesus puts forward.
Matthew 21.20-22 (King James Version) :And when the disciples saw it, they marvelled, saying, How soon is the fig tree withered away!Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this which is done to the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; it shall be done.And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
The last day up to the crucifixion
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PER327
Departure for the Mount of Olives
The article examines the departure of Jesus and his disciples for the Mount of Olives after the Last Supper, where, after singing the psalms, they head to a place full of prophetic significance, near the site of the future crucifixion.
Matthew 26.30 (King James Version) :And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the mount of Olives.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
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.
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.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER356
The Night at Noon
Pericope 356 analyzes the darkness that fell during the crucifixion of Jesus, from noon to 3 p.m., as reported by the three Synoptic Gospels. This cosmic event is studied in its chronological and theological dimensions: a sign of divine judgment, a prophetic fulfillment (Amos 8:9, Isaiah 53) and a modest veil over the ignominy of the cross. It precedes the last words of Jesus and his death.
Isaiah 53.3 (King James Version) :He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him; he was despised, and we esteemed him not.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
The Resurrection and the Various Appearances
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PER371
Second appearance of the Messiah Jesus to the other women
Pericope PER371 analyzes the second appearance of the risen Jesus to the women (Mt 28.9-10), on Sunday morning near the tomb in Jerusalem. The article harmonizes the apparent tension between Mark (the women's silence and fear) and Matthew (the meeting with Jesus), showing that these accounts are complementary: Mark describes the immediate reaction of astonishment, and Matthew adds the joy. Only Matthew reports this particular appearance.
Matthew 28.2-4 (King James Version) :And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it.His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow:And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Contradictions
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CTD011
The colt and the donkey?
L'article CTD011 répond à une prétendue contradiction sur le nombre d'animaux lors de l'entrée de Jésus à Jérusalem. Marc et Luc mentionnent un ânon, Matthieu une ânesse et son ânon. L'auteur montre qu'il ne s'agit pas d'une contradiction mais d'une différence de focalisation : Matthieu, écrivant pour un public juif, souligne l'accomplissement littéral de la prophétie de Zacharie 9.9. Jésus n'a monté qu'un seul animal, l'ânon, mais la présence de l'ânesse est mentionnée pour son contexte prophétique et pratique.
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.Notehaving…: or, saving himselfNoteby…: or, whose covenant is by bloodKing James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
CTD014
Jairus' daughter
L'article CTD014 examine la prétendue contradiction entre Matthieu 9.18 et Marc 5.23 concernant l'état de la fille de Jaïrus. Matthieu indique qu'elle est morte, Marc qu'elle est mourante. L'analyse montre que ces récits sont complémentaires : Marc décrit une progression narrative avec un décès survenant en cours de route, tandis que Matthieu condense l'événement en présentant directement l'état final. Il n'y a pas de contradiction, mais deux styles rédactionnels distincts relatant le même miracle.
Mark 5.35 (King James Version) :While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue’s house certain which said, Thy daughter is dead: why troublest thou the Master any further?King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
CTD016
Has John the Baptist been resurrected?
L'article CTD016 examine la prétendue contradiction entre Matthieu 14.2, Marc 6.14 et Luc 9.7-9 concernant l'opinion d'Hérode Antipas sur Jésus. Luc présente Hérode dans l'incertitude, tandis que Matthieu et Marc rapportent sa déclaration privée assimilant Jésus à Jean le Baptiste ressuscité. L'auteur démontre qu'il n'y a pas de contradiction mais une complémentarité narrative, expliquée par les contraintes éditoriales du premier siècle.
Matthew 14.1-2 (King James Version) :At that time Herod the tetrarch heard of the fame of Jesus,And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
CTD040
How many times did Jesus withdraw from his disciples to pray?
L'article traite des récits évangéliques sur les prières de Jésus à Gethsémané. Alors que Matthieu et Marc rapportent trois retraits de Jésus pour prier, Luc n'en mentionne qu'un, illustrant une approche théologique unique, mais sans contrarier les autres évangiles.
Luke 22.39-46 (King James Version) :And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him.And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation.And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed,Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him.And being in an agony he prayed more earnestly: and his sweat was as it were great drops of blood falling down to the ground.And when he rose up from prayer, and was come to his disciples, he found them sleeping for sorrow,And said unto them, Why sleep ye? rise and pray, lest ye enter into temptation.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
CTD042
What did the centurion say when Jesus died?
L'article explore l'apparente contradiction dans les Évangiles concernant les paroles du centurion à la mort de Jésus. Tandis que Luc insiste sur l'innocence, Marc souligne la reconnaissance de Jésus comme Fils de Dieu. Ces perspectives révèlent la pluralité théologique des Évangiles, rendant compte de l'innocence de Jésus et de sa mort salvatrice. Les évangélistes rapportent des paroles significatives selon leurs objectifs théologiques.
John 1.29 (King James Version) :The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
CTD043
In which language did Jesus speak?
Article CTD043 addresses the alleged contradiction between Matthew (“Eli, Eli…”) and Mark (“Eloï, Eloï…”) regarding Jesus’ cry on the cross. Linguistic analysis shows that Jesus spoke Aramaic (as evidenced by “sabachthani” in both texts) and that the difference between “Eli” (the Hebrew form) and “Eloï” (the Aramaic form) simply reflects each evangelist’s adaptation to his readership. There is no contradiction.
Mark 15.34 (King James Version) :And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
CTD071
The disciples’ lack of understanding
L'article explore les différences dans la compréhension des paroles de Jésus par les disciples selon Matthieu, Marc et Luc. Il argue que Matthieu montre leur tristesse due à la compréhension partielle de sa mort, tandis que Marc et Luc indiquent leur incompréhension de la résurrection. Ces récits complémentaires enrichissent la compréhension de cet événement.
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.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Miracles
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MIR041
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.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Historical notes
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INF039
The Catholic Bible
Cet article explore la composition de la Bible catholique, ses livres et ses particularités, notamment les livres deutérocanoniques et le canon fixé lors du Concile de Trente.
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ANN001
The Gospel of Luke
L’Évangile selon Luc forme avec les Actes des Apôtres une œuvre en deux volumes consacrée aux origines du christianisme. Luc n’a pas été témoin…
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ANN015
L’Évangile de Marc
L’Évangile selon Marc occupe une place à part parmi les quatre récits. Ses origines, sa composition et les liens entre Marc et les événements…
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ANN027
The Last Passover Meal
L'article analyse la chronologie de la dernière Pâque selon les Évangiles, soulignant que Jésus a été crucifié le vendredi 1er avril 33, en concordance…
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ANN056
The Gospels in Numbers
L'article analyse les Évangiles à travers la lente exploration des péricopes, discutant de l'antériorité et de la dépendance des récits. Basé sur un découpage…
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ANN075
The traders driven out of the Temple
L'article examine l'incident où Jésus expulse les marchands du Temple, un événement rapporté différemment dans les Évangiles de Matthieu, Marc, Luc et Jean. Alors…
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ANN094
The apostles' staff and sandals
L'article explore les divergences entre Matthieu, Marc et Luc sur la mission des apôtres, soulignant les nuances linguistiques et la différence d'audience. Matthieu déconseille…