John 6-9 Flashcards
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What is the connection between John 6 and the Jewish Passover?
Just as God freed Israel from slavery and fed them with manna, Jesus is the true Bread from Heaven.
What does the miracle of feeding the 5,000 represent?
It points to God’s abundant provision and echoes the manna in the wilderness. The abundance (food left over for disciples) reflects the overflowing grace of the Messianic banquet.
How does Jesus walking on water connect to His divinity?
When Jesus says “I am” as He walks on water (John 6:20), He is identifying Himself with God, referencing Exodus 3:14 (“I Am Who I Am”), showing His divine authority over nature.
Why did the crowd follow Jesus after He fed them?
Because He provided physical food, performed miracles, and they hoped He would be a political Messiah to overthrow Roman rule.
How does Jesus correct the crowd’s misunderstanding of the Messiah?
He explains that He is not here for political power but to give spiritual nourishment, calling Himself the Bread of Life sent from Heaven (John 6:35).
What is the significance of Jesus saying people must eat His flesh and drink His blood?
It foreshadows the Lord’s Supper and means receiving His life, sacrifice, and presence. Without this spiritual communion, there is no eternal life (John 6:53).
What was the crowd’s reaction to Jesus’ teaching about His flesh and blood?
Many were offended and left Him, unable to accept such radical spiritual claims (John 6:66).
How did the disciples respond when others abandoned Jesus?
Peter said, “You have the words of eternal life” and “You are the Holy One of God,” showing their belief in Jesus’ identity despite hard teachings (John 6:68-69).
What are 2 Baruk 29:8 and Midrash Ecclesiastes 1:9 about?
They reflect Jewish expectations that the Messiah would repeat Moses’ miracle of manna from heaven—a sign the people demanded from Jesus.
How does Isaiah 55 connect to Jesus’ invitation in John 6?
Isaiah 55 invites all who are thirsty and hungry to come to God freely; Jesus echoes this by offering Himself as spiritual food and drink.
What does ‘life with Jesus’ mean according to John 6?
It means eternal quantity (forever life) and heavenly quality (a fulfilled life now).
What is the Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot)?
A Jewish festival celebrating the Exodus, God’s provision in the wilderness, and praying for rain and future salvation. It also looked forward to a new exodus.
Why did Jesus go secretly to the Feast of Tabernacles?
Though He told His brothers He wouldn’t go, He attended in secret because it was God’s timing—not theirs—and He was avoiding premature arrest (John 7:10).
What made the people amazed at Jesus’ teachings during the feast?
Jesus had no formal rabbinic education, yet He taught with divine authority and deep wisdom, saying His teachings came from God (John 7:15-16).
What were the Jewish leaders’ main objections to Jesus at the feast?
They believed the Messiah wouldn’t come from Galilee, accused Jesus of deceiving people, and thought no one would know where the Messiah comes from.
Describe the morning water-drawing ritual during Sukkot.
A priest drew water from the Pool of Siloam in a golden vase at sunrise. As he returned, trumpets sounded 3 times, and priests circled the altar. On the 7th day, they circled it seven times while the choir sang Psalms 113–118. Men held branches (symbolizing the desert) in one hand and fruit (symbolizing abundance and healing) in the other.
What happened to the water after the ritual?
It was poured on the altar as a symbolic prayer for rain and thanksgiving for God’s past provision.
What Scriptures support the water ritual in the Feast of Tabernacles?
Zechariah 14:16-18, Isaiah 12:3, Exodus 17:1-6.
What does Ezekiel 47:1–12 describe about the temple and water?
Water flows from the temple to purify the Dead Sea, bringing life, healing, and trees that bear fruit. It symbolizes living water that brings life wherever it flows.
How is this ‘living water’ fulfilled in Jesus?
Jesus gives the Holy Spirit, making believers temples from whom living water flows to bring life and healing.
What does 1 Enoch 48 say about the Messiah?
The Son of Man will be a light to all nations, connecting to Jesus’ identity as the Light of the World.
What did Jesus declare at the Feast of Tabernacles about thirst?
“If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink,” offering living water—His Spirit (John 7:37-38).
How does Jesus fulfill the Feast of Tabernacles?
Like Moses brought freedom from Egypt, Jesus brings spiritual freedom from sin and offers living water through the Spirit, making us God’s dwelling place.
What happened during the evening rituals of the Feast?
Priests lit giant oil lamps, illuminating Jerusalem. People danced with torches all night, especially on the last day, praying for the return of sunlight in spring.
