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Notes
This chapter is structured like a courtroom case (a legal trial). It begins with a description of the event that led to the conflict (5:1–15). This is followed by the decision of the Jewish leaders to take action against Jesus (5:16). Next comes a statement of the charges against him (5:18). The chapter then presents the defense given by Jesus, where he explains his authority and his relationship with the Father (5:17, 19–40).
Events
- Bethesda pool healingc. AD 28
People
Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world Judah: Israelite tribe, kingdom, and province
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Heal, Healing Jesus Christ John, Gospel of Miracle Sabbath
Topics
Jesus, the Christ: Miracles of Heals the Immobile Man Miracles of Jesus, in Chronological Order: Healing of the Immobile Man Temple: Herod the Great's Temple: Jesus Teaches In