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For if you believed Moses, you would believe me; for he wrote about me.
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Moses Wrote About Jesus
Jesus claims that the writings of Moses are fundamentally about Him. Commentators explain this isn't just about a few specific prophecies, but that the entire Mosaic system—the law, sacrifices, and ceremonies—was designed to point to Christ. As one scholar notes, Christ is the 'end and soul of the Law,' and without Him, the ministry of Moses is incomplete.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Do not think that I will accuse you. Do not suppose that I intend to follow your example. They had accused Jesus of breaking the law of Go…
Ye would believe me (επιστευετε αν εμο). Conclusion of condition of second class (determined as unfulfilled) with imperfect indica…
19th Century
Anglican
For had you believed Moses.—The present incredulity springs from that of the past. If they had really believed Moses, they would h…
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16th Century
Protestant
For if you believed Moses, you would also believe me. He shows why Moses will be their accuser. It is because they do not reject his doctr…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For had you believed Moses
The doctrine of Moses, and what he says in his writings:
you would h…
Many trust in some form of doctrines or some parties, who no more enter into the real meaning of those doctrines, or the views of the persons whose…
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13th Century
Catholic
After God confirmed the greatness of His power through the testimonies of men, of God Himself, and of the Scriptures, He here rebukes the…
