My primary intent in the this thread is to compile a comprehensive survey of the teachings of Jesus (TOJ) rather than to conduct an exhaustive discussion of each one. In fact, I try to be very succinct and abbreviate the verbiage.
I will begin by following the order of the TOJ in the Gospel of Matthew supplemented by unique (non-parallel) teachings in the other two synoptic (similar) gospels by Mark and Luke. Typically, the first instance of a TOJ in Matthew is stated simply, and the reference with any parallel verses (denoted by //) is given in the brackets [ ] that immediately follow. For TOJ which are also taught in the gospel of John or on more than one (non-parallel) occasion in the synoptic gospels, the other passages are cited in rounded brackets { } either at an appropriate place in the discussion or at the conclusion of my comments. Although I am not very concerned about the order of Jesus’ teachings, apparently Luke’s account contains the earliest and latest (in ACTS 1:8) statements of Jesus, so I begin and conclude with these. After analyzing the synoptic gospels, I consider teachings that are unique or clearest from John’s gospel.
The most difficult aspect of the present endeavor is deciding whether a later statement by Jesus should be considered a new teaching or a nuance of a previously cited teaching. Where the nuance or wording seems significant, I list it separately (e.g., TOJ #10 & #81). Some of Jesus’ statements (such as MT 4:19//MK 1:17, MK 1:41-43//LK 5:13-14, MK 4:35, 5:8-9&30) do not seem to be for the purpose of teaching, so they are not mentioned. Other statements that do communicate teachings (such as MK 6:8-11, 11:17 & JN 6:70) seem to be meant or applicable only for that specific historical occasion, so they are not included in the enumeration, either.
It would seem prudent to accept the Bible’s authenticity until and unless there is very good reason to question a portion, such as Mark 16:9-20, which most versions question. I humbly offer my commentary, which incorporates logic as well as teachings found elsewhere in the Bible, hoping that it is inspired sufficiently enough to be helpful rather than contribute to confusion.
I will begin by following the order of the TOJ in the Gospel of Matthew supplemented by unique (non-parallel) teachings in the other two synoptic (similar) gospels by Mark and Luke. Typically, the first instance of a TOJ in Matthew is stated simply, and the reference with any parallel verses (denoted by //) is given in the brackets [ ] that immediately follow. For TOJ which are also taught in the gospel of John or on more than one (non-parallel) occasion in the synoptic gospels, the other passages are cited in rounded brackets { } either at an appropriate place in the discussion or at the conclusion of my comments. Although I am not very concerned about the order of Jesus’ teachings, apparently Luke’s account contains the earliest and latest (in ACTS 1:8) statements of Jesus, so I begin and conclude with these. After analyzing the synoptic gospels, I consider teachings that are unique or clearest from John’s gospel.
The most difficult aspect of the present endeavor is deciding whether a later statement by Jesus should be considered a new teaching or a nuance of a previously cited teaching. Where the nuance or wording seems significant, I list it separately (e.g., TOJ #10 & #81). Some of Jesus’ statements (such as MT 4:19//MK 1:17, MK 1:41-43//LK 5:13-14, MK 4:35, 5:8-9&30) do not seem to be for the purpose of teaching, so they are not mentioned. Other statements that do communicate teachings (such as MK 6:8-11, 11:17 & JN 6:70) seem to be meant or applicable only for that specific historical occasion, so they are not included in the enumeration, either.
It would seem prudent to accept the Bible’s authenticity until and unless there is very good reason to question a portion, such as Mark 16:9-20, which most versions question. I humbly offer my commentary, which incorporates logic as well as teachings found elsewhere in the Bible, hoping that it is inspired sufficiently enough to be helpful rather than contribute to confusion.
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