Luke 9:23
"saying, “The Son of Man must suffer many things, and be rejected by the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and the third day be raised up.”"
Key Reflection
This statement foreshadows Jesus' impending suffering and death under the authority of religious leaders, highlighting the necessity of his sacrifice for redemption. The rejection by these key figures symbolizes the broader conflict between divine truth and human resistance, setting the stage for the crucifixion and resurrection.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes