Jesus and Zacchaeus
I can explain how and why Jesus called Zacchaeus.
Jesus and Zacchaeus
I can explain how and why Jesus called Zacchaeus.
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Key learning points
- Jesus was a Jewish teacher.
- During Jesus’ lifetime the Romans occupied the land and were resented by the Jews.
- Tax collectors were outcasts because they worked for the Romans.
- People at the time would have been shocked by Jesus eating with Zacchaeus.
- This is an example of how Jesus challenged the society of his time.
Keywords
Outcast - someone who has been rejected by their community
Tax collector - someone who collects money on behalf of the government
Roman empire - areas and countries ruled by the ancient city of Rome
Gospel - one of the four books in the Bible about the life and teachings of Jesus
Common misconception
The story of Zacchaeus is a parable.
The story of Zacchaeus is a narrative about Jesus and someone he met.
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