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Jesus was baptised by John the Baptist
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Matt 3:13
It’s true—Jesus really was baptized by John the Baptist, and it’s a striking moment in the Gospel narrative! Imagine being present at that riverside event: John, who was known for his fiery call to repentance and for his unique lifestyle of locusts and wild honey, is suddenly standing face-to-face with Jesus. It's a fascinating contrast!
The spectacle attracts not just ordinary folk but also all sorts of religious leaders, highlighting the significant disruption John caused as he prepared the way for Jesus. Their ritual acted as a symbol of purification, and it’s intriguing that Jesus, who they understood to be sinless, chose to undergo this process. This indicates a deep respect for the traditions and teachings of his culture.
In a way, it prefigured Jesus' later teachings on humility and service. Did you know that in early Christian writings, this baptism is taken as the moment of divine endorsement, where God's voice is heard proclaiming Jesus as His beloved Son? It's one of the few times that we gain insight into the relationship between Jesus and God during his earthly ministry.
Baptism also echoes customs found earlier in the Jewish tradition, often linked to spiritual renewal. By participating in this act, Jesus connects with the broader movement of faith around him while also establishing a rite that would become central to his followers after his departure. It really sets the scene for all the transformative teachings to come!
Similar Bible Trivia Questions
What did John the Baptist say when he saw Jesus?
Hosanna in the highest!
Behold the Lamb of God!
Behold the Saviour of the world!
How much older was John the Baptist than Jesus?
Six months
Two years
One month
What relationship was John the Baptist to Jesus?
Nephew
Cousin
Brother
Speaking of Jesus, what did John the Baptist say he was unworthy to do?
Eat at the same table
Untie his sandals
Wash his feet
John the Baptist was older than Jesus
True
Locusts and honey
Figs and pomegranates
Unleavened bread
Who instructed her daughter to ask for the head of John the Baptist?
Mary Magdalene
The wife of Judas Iscariot
Herodias
Why was John the Baptist sent from God?
To perform miracles and signs
To bear witness of the light
To show humility by his simplistic life
Which king locked up John the Baptist?
Philip
Herod the Tetrarch
Hadrian
Who was the father of John the Baptist?
Aaron
Zacharias
Joseph