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#1 Jesus was a Jew, and his Jewishness is a historical fact. But is it important. To answer this question, we must recognize that Jesus lived in a Jewish context, and that his words and actions were directed toward a Jewish audience.
#2 The history of Christianity reveals multiple responses to Jesus' words and actions. Some believed that he was speaking symbolically, while others believed that he was speaking literally. Many found his words and actions offensive.
#3 Jesus was a Jew, and his Jewishness is a historical fact. But is his Jewishness important. To answer this question, we must recognize that Jesus lived in a Jewish context, and that his words and actions were directed toward a Jewish audience.
#4 If you are not familiar with the Jewish Bible or Jewish writings outside the Bible, this book may be challenging. However, stick with it, and you'll be rewarded with a better understanding of the New Testament.