Matthew 21:10-11
"Who is this?" they asked.
It was not a complicated question, though the answer was.
Though the crowds were giving Christ a king's welcome, they acknowledged Him only as a prophet.
To acknowledge Him as king would bring Roman opposition.
So, did ignorance and/or fear mix with political savvy?
Matthew 21:23-27
More political posturing, this time the chief priests and elders to avoid opposition of the people - the crowds in Jerusalem for Passover.
Matthew 22:15-22
Now the Pharisees and Herodians join forces to try to get someone (other than they themselves) with more influence mad at Jesus: King Herod and the Roman government or religious zealots.
June 12, 2012
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