Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman Did Jesus Think He Was the Messiah?
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Mar 19, 2024 Exploring the debate on whether Jesus claimed to be the Messiah during his lifetime, the evolution of the term 'Messiah', the complex relationship between Peter and Paul, the influence of Greco-Roman traditions on Christian theology, and the disciples' changing view of Jesus as the Messiah.
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Meaning of Messiah in Antiquity
- Messiah meant "anointed one," primarily kings in ancient Israel anointed with oil during coronation.
- It signified a future king expected to rule Israel, not a divine figure or one who dies for sins.
Christian Innovation of Suffering Messiah
- No Jewish traditions before Christianity describe the Messiah suffering, dying, and rising from the dead.
- Early Christians innovated the idea that the Messiah must suffer and be resurrected based on Jesus' death and resurrection.
Messiah Expectation Shift After Death
- Disciples initially regarded Jesus as Messiah before his death, expecting political and military rule.
- After his crucifixion and resurrection belief, they redefined Messiah as one who suffers for sins and rises.