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Diverse Opinions on Jesus' Identity
- Public opinion about Jesus varied greatly, reflecting confusion and diverse beliefs about his identity and origin.
- This diversity mirrors modern disagreements and illustrates how convictions can obscure objective facts.
Heavenly Origins vs Earthly Roots
- Jesus speaks on a heavenly origin that people miss by focusing mistakenly on his earthly roots.
- His tone is ironic, highlighting a disconnect between physical knowledge and spiritual understanding.
Jacob's Motif of Division
- John uses the motif of division reminiscent of Jacob's story to emphasize the crowd's split opinions about Jesus.
- This biblical parallel enriches understanding of the crowd's polarized responses.