Bible Quote by Tov Rose
““Most people do not realize that the Apostle John was actually using terminology familiar to 1st Century Jewish people. It was familiar, because it was language read in the Targums in the Synagogue every week. What John was doing by stating his first sentence in the manner was very similar to the technique used at the time (and today in some Orthodox Jewish sects), whereby one person would recite the first verse of a Psalm, and the students (or members of the Synagogue), would begin to recite the rest of the Psalm. Jesus did this as is recorded in the New Testament. The hearers should have understood to recite the entirety of Psalm 22 in response, "And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, 'Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” that is, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?'" Matthew 27:46””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Gospel of John, New Testament, 1st century CE
John uses familiar Jewish liturgical style to connect his audience to Psalm 22, highlighting fulfillment fulfillment and suffering
In simple terms: Jesus quotes Psalm 22 to show his suffering
Key Takeaway
Recognize scriptural references for deeper meaning
Themes
faith
scripture
interpretation
Mood
reverent
educational
Type
theological
historical
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal study
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Jewish liturgy
biblical exegesis
Questions to Reflect On
- How does knowing the original audience change your view?
- What does this reveal about early Christian preaching?
A Different Perspective
Modern readers may miss cultural context without study
