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Resurrection of Lazarus: A Testimony to Life

Explore the unique aspects of the raising of Lazarus and its significance as a testimony to the resurrection, contrasting the beliefs of the Pharisees and Sadducees. Discover the historical and cultural context of John 11 and 12.

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Resurrection of Lazarus: A Testimony to Life

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  1. This is not the first time Jesus has raised someone from the dead. Compare Mark 5:35-43 Compare Luke 7:11-17

  2. What makes the raising of Lazarus different from the others? John 11:17

  3. The Historical-Cultural Context of John 11 and 12 • The religious hierarchy of the Jews at this time was dominated by Sadducees, who denied the resurrection. The Raising of Lazarus represents a testimony to the resurrection - both Christ's and the universal resurrection, as well as Our Lord as victor over death.

  4. The Sadducees rejected the oral traditions that the Pharisees held to. The Sadducees believed that only the five books of Moses (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy) were authoritative.

  5. The Pharisees believed in the resurrection of the dead, and in angels and spirits; while the Sadducees rejected such beliefs (Acts 23:6-10).

  6. The Pharisees believed that they were righteous because of their good works - and thus were "Phar" [fair] "you see?"

  7. Sadducees didn't believe in angels or spirits or in the resurrection, they were "Sadd ... you see?"

  8. What’s the Big Deal about the Resurrection and why do the Pharisees and the Sadducees have different views?

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