Topical Encyclopedia The prophecies concerning the assault and battery of Jesus Christ, particularly the act of striking Him, are significant in the biblical narrative as they foretell the suffering and humiliation that the Messiah would endure. These prophecies are found in the Old Testament and are fulfilled in the New Testament accounts of Jesus' passion.Old Testament Prophecies 1. Isaiah 50:6 · "I offered My back to those who beat Me, and My cheeks to those who tore out My beard; I did not hide My face from scorn and spitting." This prophecy from Isaiah speaks directly to the physical abuse and humiliation that the Messiah would suffer. The imagery of offering one's back and cheeks indicates a willingness to endure suffering and shame, which is fulfilled in the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. 2. Micah 5:1 · "Now, O daughter of troops, mobilize your troops; a siege is set against us. They will strike the judge of Israel with a rod on the cheek." This verse from Micah predicts the striking of the judge of Israel, a title that can be understood as referring to the Messiah. The act of striking on the cheek is a gesture of contempt and disrespect, which Jesus experienced during His trial and crucifixion. New Testament Fulfillment 1. Matthew 26:67 · "Then they spat in His face and struck Him. Others slapped Him." This passage describes the fulfillment of the prophecies as Jesus is subjected to physical abuse by those who arrested Him. The acts of spitting, striking, and slapping are direct fulfillments of the prophetic words in Isaiah and Micah. 2. Mark 14:65 · "Then some began to spit on Him; they blindfolded Him, struck Him with their fists, and said to Him, 'Prophesy!' And the officers received Him with slaps in His face." Mark's account further details the abuse Jesus endured, emphasizing the mockery and physical violence He faced. 3. John 19:3 · "And they went up to Him and said, 'Hail, King of the Jews!' And they slapped Him in the face." The Gospel of John highlights the mockery of Jesus' kingship, accompanied by the physical act of slapping, fulfilling the prophetic imagery of the Messiah's suffering. Theological Significance The prophecies and their fulfillment in the life of Jesus underscore the depth of His suffering and the extent of His humiliation. These acts of violence against Jesus are not merely historical events but are deeply woven into the redemptive plan of God. They highlight the willingness of the Messiah to endure suffering for the sake of humanity's salvation. The fulfillment of these prophecies serves as a testament to the accuracy and divine inspiration of Scripture, affirming Jesus as the promised Messiah who bore the sins of the world. Nave's Topical Index Isaiah 50:6I gave my back to the smiters, and my cheeks to them that plucked off the hair: I hid not my face from shame and spitting. Nave's Topical Index Lamentations 3:30 Resources What is the biblical perspective on domestic violence? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the Fundamentalist Church of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS)? | GotQuestions.org Is the Lakeland, Florida, revival led by Todd Bentley of Fresh Fire Ministries a true biblical revival? | GotQuestions.org Assault: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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