John 11:47

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Entonces el jefe de los sacerdotes y los Fariseos convocaron una reunión del Concilio Supremo. “¿Qué haremos?” preguntaban. “Este hombre está haciendo muchos milagros.

¿Qué significa esto?

In this verse, the chief priests and Pharisees are worried about Jesus because he is performing many miracles. They gather to discuss what they should do about him.

Explicado para niños

Imagine a group of grown-ups who are nervous because someone is doing amazing tricks that nobody else can do. They get together to figure out how to deal with it, just like if you saw someone fly and wanted to know what to do next.

Contexto histórico

The Gospel of John was written by one of Jesus' disciples around the end of the first century AD for a community of early Christians. This scene depicts a meeting among Jewish leaders who are concerned about Jesus' growing influence, reflecting the tension between religious authorities and new ideas in that era.

Aplicación para hoy

Today, we can relate this to situations where people gather to address something they perceive as threatening or extraordinary. For example, a school board might meet to discuss how to handle an innovative teaching method that is gaining popularity but making some uncomfortable.

Temas

• faith
• miracles
• authority
• fear
• leadership
• doubt

Versículos relacionados

• Mark 3:20-21
• Matthew 12:14
• John 7:1
• Acts 5:17
• Luke 20:19

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Preguntas frecuentes

Why were the religious leaders worried about Jesus' miracles?

They feared that his growing influence could undermine their authority and lead to unrest, as people might follow Jesus instead of obeying traditional authorities.

How does this verse show conflict between different groups in society?

It highlights the tension between religious leaders who seek to maintain order and a new figure, Jesus, whose actions challenge their established norms and power structures.

What does this council imply about how people respond to change or threats?

This scene suggests that in response to perceived threats or significant changes, some individuals might gather to discuss strategies to maintain control or adapt.

Can we apply the lesson of fear and decision-making from this verse to modern leadership?

Yes, leaders today can learn about handling fear and making decisions under pressure by considering how these religious figures responded to Jesus' growing influence.