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The Jews made an oath to neither eat or drink until they had killed whom?


Paul
Jesus
Stephen
Herod

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The answer is: Paul

Acts 23:12

In Acts 23:12, we encounter a group of Jewish conspirators who famously took oaths not to eat or drink until they had dealt with Paul, an apostle whose persistent preaching was stirring trouble for both the Jewish leaders and the newly developing Christian community. This oath was more than just a fervent vow; it ignited suspense in the narrative, displaying the intensity of their opposition to Paul and foreshadowing the dramatic events that were yet to unfold.

Interestingly, this was not the first time oaths or extreme declarations appeared in the Bible. For instance, in 1 Samuel 14:24, King Saul commanded a similar fast, showing how the act of forecasted self-denial had a weighty tradition in Jewish culture. Such moments intensify the connection to God’s guidance, often diverting the focus away from personal desires to a communal duty.

But it’s remarkable to note that the conspirators' oath was effectively sabotaged—Paul's nephew overheard their plan and urgently relayed the warning to Paul. It's like a suspense movie twist! This even highlights that sometimes divine arrangement steps in at the right moments, hinting that struggle ultimately enriches the community. Above all, Paul’s road to Jerusalem symbolizes the tensions between emerging faith and established order, embodying a journey filled with courage, risking personal safety for the larger calling to truth. Wouldn’t that inspire reflection on our varying moral paths today?

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