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50 Years Studying the Resurrection: Magnum Opus by Gary Habermas

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**Mark 13:32 meaning of "this generation" **

The objection that Jesus was mistaken about the imminent coming of his kingdom due to Mark 13:32 implying the present generation would see his return is not compelling. Jesus also states in the same text that he does not know when he will return. The Greek word for 'generation' used in Mark 13:32, 'genea,' can also mean 'race,' indicating that the race of Jews will not pass before his return, highlighting the endurance of the Jewish people compared to other ancient tribes like the Philistines, Assyrians, Syrians, and Babylonians who are no longer present.

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