The Gospel of Luke: Understanding Scripture in Context

Journey through the Gospel of Luke in its historical and Jewish context. While Luke has traditionally been seen as a Gentile author, recent scholarship emphasizes its deep roots in Jewish scriptures and practices.

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This program offers a guided study of key passages, helping participants to understand the author’s perspective, the portrayal of Jesus as Messiah, and the Jewish context of the early Christian movement. Through reflective learning and visits to sites in the Holy Land, participants will explore how to appreciate the text responsibly while recognizing and addressing passages that have been historically misused to foster division.

Experience Scripture come alive in the city where the story unfolded and deepen your understanding of Jewish-Christian relations in the formative years of the Church.