The Kingdom of God, Understanding Jesus

By Tim Hull, Graham Stanton, James Dunn, N T Wright, Richard Burridge in August 2009

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Tim Hull, Graham Stanton, James Dunn, N T Wright and Richard Burridge discuss the importance of the Kingdom of God in Jesus' teaching. New Testament scholarship from the late 18th to the 21st century reveals widespread agreement on the central role of the Kingdom of God in Jesus's message. It represents God's rule rather than a physical realm. Scholars diverge on its meaning, with some emphasizing a spiritual transformation in individuals (e.g., ritual and Harnack) and others stressing a societal transformation through ethical actions. Schweitzer criticizes optimistic interpretations, favouring a more apocalyptic view aligning with Jesus's cosmic judgment themes. Overall, while the Kingdom's nature remains debated, its significance in Jesus's teachings is universally recognized.

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Produced in August 2009. Provisional captions.

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