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Holy Smoke: Was Simeon of Jerusalem the first Christian in recorded history?

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Simeon's Journey: Bridging Past and Present

This chapter explores the character of Simeon, an old man from biblical times, as he encounters the infant Jesus. It juxtaposes contemporary reflections of a terminally ill man in England with the historical context of first-century Jerusalem, highlighting the timelessness of human experiences. Through humor and anecdotes, the discussion illuminates the complexities of Jewish sects and political dynamics, drawing parallels between ancient and modern society.

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