The BEMA Podcast

124: Statement of Triumph

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Jul 4, 2019
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INSIGHT

Two Kingdoms Colliding

  • Pontius Pilate’s grand entrance from the west symbolized Roman military might and control.
  • Jesus’ humble entrance from the east represented a different kind of kingdom.
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Misunderstood Messiah

  • The crowd’s use of palm branches and shouts of “Hosanna” were Sukkot references, signifying their desire for a political revolution.
  • Jesus’ weeping suggests a misinterpretation of his message.
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Palm Fronds and Revolution

  • Waving a palm frond was a symbol of the Zealots, making it a potential capital offense against Rome.
  • This highlights the revolutionary atmosphere of Jesus' entry.
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