Who opened the minds of the apostles to understand the Scriptures?

Who opened the minds of the apostles to understand the Scriptures?

Until recently, virtually all known readings of Luke 24:45 took for granted a particular underlying Greek syntax that yields the translation, “Then he [Jesus] opened their mind to understand the Scriptures.” In an earlier issue of this jour nal, Matthew Bates proposed an alternative understanding of the Greek syntax.

What does the Bible say about understanding Scripture?

“And with all thy getting get understanding,” or, said another way, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding” (Proverbs 3:5).

What is the meaning of Luke /24/13-35?

In her interpretation of the Emmaus Story in Luke 24:13-35 Elaine Wainwright suggest we open our eyes to see resurrection in the world around us. The Emmaus story (Luke 24:13-35) is one of the post-resurrection “appearance stories” — where Jesus “appears” in a bodily form albeit a resurrected bodily form.

When he broke the bread their eyes were opened?

Luke 24:13-35 He took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened.

What is opened in Luke 24 45 The mind or the Scriptures?

Until recently, virtually all known readings of Luke 24:45 took for granted a particular underlying Greek syntax that yields the translation, “Then he [Jesus] opened their mind to understand the Scriptures.” In an earlier issue of this journal, Matthew Bates proposed an alternative understanding of the Greek syntax.

Do you understand what you are reading scripture?

Then Philip ran up to the chariot and heard the man reading Isaiah the prophet. “Do you understand what you are reading?” Philip asked. “How can I,” he said, “unless someone explains it to me?” So he invited Philip to come up and sit with him.

What is the difference between wisdom and understanding?

Wisdom is the quality of having good judgment based on knowledge. It is popularly known as the ability to discern. If knowledge is power, wisdom is your choice to use or apply that power. Understanding is the ability to understand one’s knowledge and choices.

What is the lesson in Luke 24?

Explain that in Luke 24:13 we learn that two disciples left Jerusalem “that same day,” traveling about 6–7.5 miles (10–12 kilometers) “to a village called Emmaus.” Studying their experience on the road to Emmaus can help us know how to strengthen our testimonies of Jesus Christ and His gospel.

What does it mean that Adam and Eve’s eyes were opened?

It is important that we recognize why Adam and Eve’s eyes were opened. It happened because they disobeyed a command of God. Yes, when we disobey, our eyes are opened; but what we see does not bring us joy (as when we obey God). There is no cause for rejoicing. There is nothing but shame and fear, as with Adam and Eve.

What was Stephen being accused of in Acts 6?

Stephen is charged with religious innovation. The witnesses claim: “We have heard him say that this Jesus of Nazareth will destroy this place and change the customs Moses handed down to us” (6:14). Although Luke says this accusation comes from false witnesses, there is truth in what they are saying.

What was Philip reading?

As Philip, at the behest of the Spirit, runs up to the Ethiopian eunuch’s chariot, he hears him reading from the book of Isaiah (8:32-33). It is hardly an accident that at the precise moment of Philip’s arrival the Ethiopian is reading a passage that makes him open to the good news about Jesus.

How can I understand except some man guide me?

A missionary story of Philip and the Ethiopian (Acts 8:26–40). The day had been satisfying but intense. Now Philip the evangelist, the missionary, one of the seven called to help the apostles in the process of ministering to others and declaring the word, was resting.

How can I get wisdom knowledge and understanding from God?

10 Ways to Have Wisdom from God

  1. Ask for wisdom from God.
  2. Ask faithfully.
  3. Be a God-fearing person.
  4. Be humble.
  5. Be prudent.
  6. Be peaceful and considerate.
  7. Read the Holy Scriptures and know the words of God.
  8. Know our Lord better.

What’s the difference between knowledge and understanding?

The word knowledge refers to skills/information/facts that one gathers through education or experience. The word understanding refers to the ability of someone to understand something. It also refers to the compassionate feeling towards someone.

How do you ask God for wisdom and understanding?

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.

What is the meaning of Luke 24 30?

This blessing comes to all who believe on the basis of the proclaimed gospel and the evidences for its validity. Believers living today are not deprived by not seeing Him physically; instead, they are the recipients of His special blessing: Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”