Jesus and Josephus
All of these things will happen before this generation passes away.
Key words
- Prior to: before a particular time or event
All utensils should be washed prior to use.
- Viper: a small, poisonous snake & a very unpleasant person who you cannot trust
When I started my new job, I didn't realize that I was walking into a nest of vipers.
- Shed: to make blood or tears flow
He didn’t shed one tear when his old car was stolen.
- Specifically: clearly, exactly, or in detail
She mentioned you specifically.
- Pass away: to die
Her father passed away last week.
- Supernatural: forces or events that cannot be explained by science
A supernatural light began to glow.
- Omen: an event that is thought to tell something about the future
Many people believe that a broken mirror is an omen of bad luck.
Read the article to find the answers
- What is the Olivet Discourse?
- What did Jesus say about 'this generation'?
- Who was Flavius Josephus?
- Which infamous city did he compare 'this generation' to?
The Olivet Discourse
As the Apostles were leaving the temple, one of Jesus's followers mentioned how impressive the buildings were. Jesus replied:
See these great buildings? They will all be torn down.
The Apostles were shocked and asked Him:
When will these things happen? What will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?
Jesus replied by giving them a list of events that would take place before He would return and end the age in which they were living. This is known as the Olivet Discourse.
The Olivet Discourse is found in chapters 24 and 25 of the Gospel of Matthew. In the Gospel of Mark, the parallel passage is found in chapter 13. In the Gospel of Luke, it is recorded in chapter 21.