would the things been better if he appeared before pilate so all confusion could end?
If its so, could he not have made all the people believe in him?
Did he came out of the cross after a coma state and feared being curcified again so he showed himself only to the followers?
Why did Jesus hide himself when Romans searched for him?
2007-09-28 06:02:27 · 23 answers · asked by stauros 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
A most excellent point!
Thanks.
2007-09-28 06:05:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 5⤋
"Why is that Jesus reappeard to only his followers after his death? If its so, could he not have made all the people believe in him?"
A: No. People still would doubt.
"Did he came out of the cross after a coma state and feared being curcified again so he showed himself only to the followers?"
A: No. He truly died, then rose again on the third day.
"Why did Jesus hide himself when Romans searched for him?"
A: Where did you get THAT from?
2007-09-28 13:08:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
His purpose for appearing to His disciples was to comfort them and to tell them to carry on His work. There was no point to appear to others - He did prove himself and who He was through His teachings and miracles in life and people chose not to believe, why then should He persist to prove to them who He was even after death?
People have free will and a CHOICE to believe whatever they want - you cannot make all people believe something if they choose not to.
He was not in a coma state, He indeed died on that cross which is why the guards took Him down from it. The guards at the time were there to guard the ones who were on the cross and did not take anyone down unless the suffering came to an end (death).
Jesus did not hide from anyone - He knew He was going to be betrayed and said as much and yet, He waited until the Romans came and went with them.
Axx, Staurako, you should have paid more attention in Sunday School. Krima!
2007-09-28 13:14:18 · answer #3 · answered by tribeca_salonika 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus only appeared to His disciples, IN THE BOOKS THAT WE HAVE, THESE are the only writings we have left.. THERE WAS A LOT MORE.
HOWEVER OTHERS AROSE AS WITNESS TO JESUS
Mt. 27:51 And, behold, the veil of the temple was RENT in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks RENT;
52 And the graves were opened; and many bodies of the saints which slept arose,
53 And came out of the graves after his resurrection, and went into the holy city, and appeared unto many.
THAT IS HOW SOME OF THE EVIL ONES WHO WANTED TO DISTORT THE TRUTH OF PAUL'S GOSPEL, USED IT AGAINST THE MINISTRY.
2 tIM 2:18 Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the RESURRECTION is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.
GOD LEFT WITNESS TO OTHERS
GOD COULD JUST SAY THE WORD AND EVERYONE WOULD BELIEVE,, HOWEVER HE WANTS US TO USE OUR FREE WILL AND MIND, GIVEN TO US BY OUR PARENTS OF ALL LIVING.
1 CORINTHIANS 1
21 For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it PLEASED GOD by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.
2007-09-28 13:14:41 · answer #4 · answered by john 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Because everyone who saw him probably believed in him and thus was a "follower". If his own family did not believe in him at first, I doubt his "supernatural" appearance would suddenly bring everyone to repentance. If he were just in a coma state, then you have to explain how the guy managed to roll a huge stone away from the tomb by himself when he was stuck inside, especially when he had not eaten for three days.
2007-09-28 13:07:09 · answer #5 · answered by seminary bum 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He did that to all of his followers where he preached all over the world. The Incas, Aztec and Mayans had a Jesus figure in their history. A tall bearded white man who would come again. That is why they gave no resistance to the conquistadors because they were tall bearded white men, the second coming of their Jesus figure. It is in their history that the good christians did not destroy.
2007-09-28 13:08:17 · answer #6 · answered by bocasbeachbum 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus Christ appeared to over 518 people....followers and nonbelievers alike. He appeared to some individually and to groups of people.
I think it would behoove you to read up on the facts of the case. Not just the bible but other sources as well. Follow the evidence and see where it leads you!
Good luck and God Bless!
2007-09-28 13:17:28 · answer #7 · answered by ? 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The answer is in the statement that He appeared to the believers, the fact is that those who refused to believe in Him before the resurrection did not deserve this honor and besides they would have called Him a ghost or evil spirit.
2007-09-28 13:07:37 · answer #8 · answered by Sentinel 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A discerning person does not allow words to flow out of his mouth hastily. He thinks before speaking and enjoys peaceful relations with others because a “mouth of discretion” leads him to choose his words carefully. When faced with foolish or speculative questioning, a man of discernment is able to ‘hold back his sayings.’ (Proverbs 17:27)
2007-09-28 13:09:24 · answer #9 · answered by conundrum 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Why is it that the scriptures don't support your theory, it says he appeared to many and he didn't run and how do you know that he didn't appear before Romans. Why is it that you spend so much time trying to disprove him - either you believe in him or you don't there is not reason for this garbage.
2007-09-28 13:04:58 · answer #10 · answered by justaboutpeace 4 · 10⤊ 0⤋
He didn't. The bible states at one point in time He was seen by about 500 people.
2007-09-28 13:07:42 · answer #11 · answered by Esther 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋