Mark 12:28

"He is not the God of the dead, but of the living. You are therefore badly mistaken.”"

Key Reflection

This statement emphasizes that God's relationship with humanity is not limited to the past; He maintains a dynamic and present connection with those who are alive in faith. Jesus challenges the Pharisees' understanding, suggesting their religious practices were based on outdated beliefs about death and the afterlife, pointing out their misunderstanding of the true nature of God's ongoing interaction with His people.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verses 28-34. See Mt 22:34-40. Verse 28. Perceiving that he answered them well. That is, with wisdom, and with a proper understanding of the law. In this case the opinion of the Saviour corresponded with that of the Pharisees; and this question seems to have been one of the very few candid inquiries made of him by the Jews, for the purpose of obtaining information. Jesus answered it in like spirit of kindness, and commend the conduct of the man. {i} "And one of the Scribes" Mt 22:35 __________________________________________________________________

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