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ryanoneil
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In answering the first question Jesus has spoken of signs pointing to the destruction of the Temple. He is very specific with eight signs and five amplifications. Jesus specifically tells them to flee when they see the desolation abomination. Then in conclusion, in the lesson of the fig tree, (Matthew 24:34) Jesus says “In the same way, when you see all these things, know that he is near, at the gates.”
I think it is fair to say, up to this point, Jesus has presented a great deal of knowledge and detail. Basically He tells them exactly what to look for and what to do. Then suddenly, He speaks of the timing of an event of which no one, not even the Son, has any knowledge, but only the Father. (Matt 24:36)
Is He still talking about the same event?
Notice how many times Jesus returns to this refrain in the next nine verses. “No one knows. . . They did not know . . .You do not know. . .You do not expect” (Matt 24:36, 39, 42, 44) It certainly is startling enough to give the disciples warning that they passing from the first question to the second. As I stated earlier, there is no confusion if one reads the parallel passages in Luke. They are seperated by three chapters.
Peace,
Ryan
I think it is fair to say, up to this point, Jesus has presented a great deal of knowledge and detail. Basically He tells them exactly what to look for and what to do. Then suddenly, He speaks of the timing of an event of which no one, not even the Son, has any knowledge, but only the Father. (Matt 24:36)
Is He still talking about the same event?
Notice how many times Jesus returns to this refrain in the next nine verses. “No one knows. . . They did not know . . .You do not know. . .You do not expect” (Matt 24:36, 39, 42, 44) It certainly is startling enough to give the disciples warning that they passing from the first question to the second. As I stated earlier, there is no confusion if one reads the parallel passages in Luke. They are seperated by three chapters.
Peace,
Ryan