True or False?

Many Jews of Jesus’ time were expecting the Messiah to be a political leader, but Jesus understood that his role was to suffer in accomplishing the Father’s will of ushering in the Kingdom.

1 answer

True. Many Jews during the time of Jesus expected the Messiah to be a political leader who would liberate them from Roman rule and restore Israel's sovereignty. However, Jesus understood his mission in a different light, emphasizing suffering, sacrifice, and the spiritual aspects of ushering in the Kingdom of God.