Jesus and the Old Covenant

Jesus lived and taught within the framework of the Old Testament covenant, and his instructions primarily targeted the Jewish population of that era. He emphasized adherence to the law, addressing both moral and ceremonial aspects, while also suggesting that certain elements, like dietary laws, would evolve as the New Covenant was established. For example, by declaring all foods clean, he indicated a shift in dietary restrictions that had previously defined Jewish practice. Therefore, understanding Jesus' teachings requires recognizing that he operated predominantly under the Old Covenant while foreshadowing the New Covenant that would follow his resurrection and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.