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Feeding of the 5,000: Jewish Numerology
- The feeding of the 5,000 has Jewish numerology: 5 loaves (Moses' books), 2 fish (tablets), 12 baskets (tribes), 5,000 people (God's people).
- Jesus's message: Trusting his law interpretation provides more than enough for everyone.
Feeding of the 4,000: Gentile Numerology
- The feeding of the 4,000 has Gentile numerology: 4,000 people (Gentiles), 7 loaves (completion/7 nations), unspecified fish.
- This symbolizes Jesus being enough for both Jews and Gentiles.
The Sign of Jonah: Gentiles, Not Resurrection
- Pharisees want a sign, but Jesus says only the "sign of Jonah" will be given.
- This references Jonah's Gentile mission, not the resurrection, emphasizing God's broader reach.