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The Gospel Of Matthew: The Temple Cleansing In 21:12-17, Kasey Devine
The Gospel Of Matthew: The Temple Cleansing In 21:12-17, Kasey Devine
School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
In this paper, the cleansing of theTempleis described as a story of both judgment and challenge. Matthew illustrates Jesus to his post-Temple community as the Jewish continuation of Moses and the Law, the fiery prophet critiquing the economic system set up by the chief priests and scribes, and God himself who brings judgment to his people. The story challenged Matthew’s community and challenges the modern reader to end oppression, attend to the marginalized, and accept Jesus as the newTemple– the continuation of Judaism. This story can be seen in terms of liturgy and Baptism in the Church, and confronts our …
The "Ladder" Of The Lord's Plagues, Kasey Devine
The "Ladder" Of The Lord's Plagues, Kasey Devine
School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
This paper discusses the first chapters of the book of Exodus, in which God identifies himself to Moses and announces God’s intentions to “smiteEgyptby doing all kinds of wondrous deeds there.” With each sign, another aspect of God’s control and supremacy is showcased – and each is more powerful than the last. In this way, God’s signs become much like climbing the rungs of a ladder – the further along you get, the more dangerous your position becomes. The text is approached as a narrative drama, with the final form taking precedence over source or historical criticism. Details point to …