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Mark's Gospel was the earliest of the New Testament gospels and in this Gospel, it is not palm leaves, but leafy branches that are spread on the road, just as the Jews used leafy branches in the celebration of the Sukkoth festival. Mark 11:8 says (NAB), "Many people spread their cloaks on the road, and others spread leafy branches that they had cut from the fields." The words used at the Sukkoth are reflected in Mark 11:9: "And they that went before, and they that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna; Blessed be he that cometh in the name of the Lord."
John Shelby Spong (Jesus for the NonReligious) says the story came from a Jewish festival actually held at an entirely different time of year:
The ]ewish eight day celebration of the harvest, known as Sukkoth, and also called the Festival of the Tabernacles or Booths, was probably the most popular holiday among the Jews in the first century. In the observance of Sukkoth, worshippers processed through Jerusalem and in the Temple, waving a bunch of leafy branches made of willow, myrtle and palm. As they waved these branches in that procession, the worshippers recited words from Psalm 118, the psalm normally used at Sukkoth. Among these words were "Save us, we beseech you, O Lord." Save us in Hebrew is hosianna or 'hosanna'. This is typically followed by "Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord. (Psalm 118:25-6)."
Mark took the Sukkoth traditions and transferred them from autumn to the Passover season for the procession story. Because the Passover season is too early for 'leafy branches' (except palms), John changed this to 'palm branches', creating our modern tradition of Palm Sunday. In the earliest account of Palm Sunday, leafy branches were used, but these were not really available at that time of year, leading to the conclusion that this story is an elaboration to demonstrate a capricious and unpredictable character in the Jerusalem people, who would shortly demand the crucifixion of Jesus.
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Who helped Jesus down from the cross?
According to the Bible, Simon and Joseph took Jesus down, while the Virgin Mary wept at the foot of the cross.
What did Jesus do when he was young?
The Bible does not give detailed information about Jesus' early life. We do know that he learned the trade of carpentry from his father, Joseph. Luke 2 gives some details, such as in verses 41-52, which says: "Every year Jesus' parents went to Jerusalem for the Festival of the Passover. When he was twelve years old, they went up to the festival, according to the custom. After the festival was over, while his parents were returning home, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem, but they were unaware of it. Thinking he was in their company, they traveled on for a day. Then they began looking for him among their relatives and friends. When they did not find him, they went back to Jerusalem to look for him. After three days they found him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. Everyone who heard him was amazed at his understanding and his answers. When his parents saw him, they were astonished. His mother said to him, 'Son, why have you treated us like this? Your father and I have been anxiously searching for you.' 'Why were you searching for me?' he asked. 'Didn't you know I had to be in my Father's house?' But they did not understand what he was saying to them. Then he went down to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. But his mother treasured all these things in her heart. And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man."
What happened when peter and the other disciples let down their nets as Jesus directed?
When Peter and the other disciples let down their nets as Jesus directed, they caught a huge number of fish, causing their nets to break. This event showed the disciples the power and authority of Jesus and led Peter to recognize Jesus as Lord, prompting him to leave everything and follow Jesus.
What happened to Zacchaeus after meeting Jesus?
In the gospel of Luke, we read when Zacchaeus came down from the tree after Jesus called him down, Jesus had dinner in his house that night. He then decided that he would repay people back four times over . As he was a tax collector he had cheated people often.
Was Jesus floated down the river as a baby?
No, the story of Jesus being floated down the river as a baby is not part of traditional Christian beliefs. In the Bible, Jesus was born in Bethlehem and later traveled to Egypt to escape King Herod's persecution.
Why did the people lay down palm branches during the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem?
The people laid down palm branches during Jesus' entry into Jerusalem as a sign of honor and respect, symbolizing his status as a king or a victorious leader.
What are palm leaves in church represent?
Palms in church represent the day that jesus entered Jeruselum and the faiful laid palms down as Jesus came by. He was riding a Donkey
What was laid down on the floor for Jesus to work over?
Palm leaves
What was the relationship between the zealots and Jesus?
When Jesus rode the jews into jeruselum the zealots where the ones laying down the palm leaves
Where was Jesus buried?
His tomb is in Jerusalem. You can still go see where it is today. It is located in the church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City.he was buried down stairs
Was Jesus buried?
His tomb is in Jerusalem. You can still go see where it is today. It is located in the church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City.he was buried down stairs
How did the crowd describe Jesus when he rode into Jerusalem?
Matthew {21:1} And when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples, {21:8} And a very great multitude spread their garments in the way; others cut down branches from the trees, and strawed [them] in the way.Matthew [21:11] And the multitude said, This is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee.
What was laid down for Jesus to walk over?
People laid dowm palm leaves and clothes on the floor on Palm Sunday.
What did Jesus do in Galilee?
The very last time that Jesus was in Jerusalem, he was nailed to a cross so that we may live forever in paradise (the kindom of God). All we have to do is belive that he was the son of God and he did die on the cross to forgive our sins.Jesus was still young but he knew this would prove he was the son of God and Prince of Peace
Why do leaves fall down?
Leaves fall down due to the force of gravity pulling on them.
What is could to happen to Jerusalem in the future?
Jerusalem will be burn down to hell, any time soon. The new Jerusalem will be Salt lake city, according to book of Mormon
What is the spiritual and religious significance of the city in which Jesus died in?
There is no doubt that Scripture speaks of Salem which became Jerusalem as the center of the world in God's mind. Some have even called it 'ground zero' as future prophecy has all the armies of the world coming against Jesus there. Revelation 21 speaks of God the Father coming down from Heaven to be with His new family on the Earth in the New Jerusalem. Jesus, who had been killed there has now established the Kingdom of God there where He and His Father will rule all eternity. The Scripture is replete with this central message.
