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Bible Study for Dummies the Rest of Us I can do this!

Luke’s Introduction Luke is like a never ending introduction; 1:1-4; 1:5-2:52; 3:1-38; 4:1-30. We will simply deal with the unique Lucan material (1:1-2:52) and its implications on the rest of the gospel.

Luke: Introduction #1 Luke 1:1-4 account eyewitnesses and servants 1 Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, 2 just as they were handed down to us by those who from the first were eyewitnesses and servants of the word. orderly account 3 Therefore, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, 4 so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught.

Luke: Introduction #1 Luke 1:1-4 Formal, literary; different from rest of the book. The style is introduced in 1:1 as a narrative or story ( dih,ghsij ) but it is one account among others What others What others?

Luke: Introduction #1 Luke 1:1-4 orderly account The style is further refined in 1:3 when Luke says, “ it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you” What order?

Luke: Introduction #1 Luke 1:1-4 Comments of Papias about Mark, but not in order of the things said or done by the Lord “Mark became Peter’s interpreter (hermeneutes) and wrote accurately whatever he remembered, but not in order of the things said or done by the Lord.” Eusebius (H.E )

Luke: Introduction #1 Luke 1:1-4 Notice how in 1:4, Luke clearly ties the orderly account with the question of truth/certainty Orderly account Certainty i[na Result Clause

Luke: Introduction #1 Luke 1:1-4 Luke is a 2 nd generation Christian, standing on others’ shoulders (scrolls?) Note his use of 2 nd person pronouns He has models before him (1:1,2) He has a message to contribute (1:4) Note “ eyewitnesses and servants” oi` avpV avrch/j auvto,ptai kai. u`phre,tai

Luke: Introduction #1 Luke 1:1-4 Note Perfect tense Note Passive voice These are fulfilled events ( peplhroforhme,nwn ) Note Perfect tense, Fulfillment with effects still todayNote Passive voice, Divine passive

Luke: Introduction #1 Luke 1:1-4 narration is proclamation Luke is proclamation Narrative is not the basis for proclamation, rather narration is proclamation. It’s not about facts alone but faith. For Luke, an orderly account is concerned with a development of “ certainty of the things you have been taught.” It’s not about facts alone but faith. theological history Luke is theological history

Luke: Introduction #2 Luke 1:5-2:52 real historical referents Luke presents his narrative style introduction with people, places and ideas, with real historical referents: (1:5, 2:1). Luke presents a story begun long before now. There are so many OT echoes and motifs that it’s almost deafening to the reader/listener. Luke is more of a continuation of God’s on-going, unfolding history with His people. I would like to call it climactic, but then comes Acts! Note Abrahamic and Prophetic promises (1:54-55, 68-79)

Luke: Introduction #2 Luke 1:5-2:52 Role of the Holy Spirit in the origin and ministry of Jesus. The Holy Spirit / Spirit of the Lord 1:15,17,35,41,47,67,80; 2:25,26; 3:16,22; 4:1(2x), 14,18,33; 10:21; 11:13; 12:10,12; [24:49]. While not appearing throughout the entire book, it seems particularly important in the early chapters. The “promise of the Father,” 24:49, also makes implicit reference to the Holy Spirit, providing an important continuity with the continuation of this account in Acts.

Luke: Introduction #2 Luke 1:5-2:52 Relationship of Jesus and his precursors to the Temple. Zechariah’s term 1:22; Infant and childhood presence in the temple 2:27,37,46; Temptation 4:9; Parable 18:10; Jesus’ action and teaching in the temple 19:45,47; 20:1; 21:5,37,38; Trial and crucifixion 22:52,53; 23:45; Closing locale 24:53.

Luke: Introduction #2 Luke 1:5-2:52 This “temple” at several critical points in the story is unique to Luke. 3 x’s in 3 verses (2:22-24) Luke tells us that this was done according to the Law of the Lord (again in 2:39) Luke seems anxious to stress that Jesus was righteous in terms of the Law.

Luke: Introduction #2 Luke 1:5-2:52 Examples: Luke omits “antithesis” in Sermon on Mt Luke omits tradition of elders in Mt and Mk Note the theme of innocence / righteousness of Jesus in the Passion Narrative: Pilate (23:13-16); Thief on cross (23:39-43); Centurion (23:47) Material links with Acts 3:13-14 and Is 52:13-53:12.

Luke: Introduction #2 Luke 1:5-2:52 Final comment on the theme of innocence / righteousness of Jesus in the Passion Narrative: praised God righteous The words of the centurion (23:47) “The centurion, seeing what had happened, praised God ( doxa,zw ) and said, "Surely this was a righteous (di,kaioj)” man.” Connection of Praising God: 2:30; 5:25-26; 7:16; 13:13; 17:15; 18:43

Luke: Introduction #2 Luke 1:5-2:52 This “temple” ties in to the major Jerusalem theme (esp. 24:44-53) Jerusalem. 2:22,25,38,41,43,45; 4:9; 5:17; 6:17; 9:31,51,53 (J. sets face toward); 10:30; 13:4,22*, 33,34; 17:11*; 18:31*; 19:11*, 28*; 21:20,24; 23:7,28; 24:13,18,33,47,52. After 9:31, (* marks explicit reference) to the journey toward Jerusalem which orients the narrative from 9:31 to 19:28-40, where Jesus actually enters the city. Interestingly, at the point of entry itself, no explicit mention of Jerusalem is made, but instead Luke mentions the “descent of the Mt. of Olives” (19:37), Jesus weeping over “the city” (v41) and continued daily teaching there in the temple (v47).

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Intro 11:1-4Opening Words Intro 21:5-2:52Birth of John and Jesus Intro 33:1-22Cry in Wilderness Intro 43:23-38Family Tree Intro 54:1-15Temptation in Wilderness Intro 64:16-30First Sermon

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Luke: Gospel to the Poor In Luke, this sermon in Nazareth is at beginning of ministry in Galilee (cf. Matt 13: & Mark 6:1-6) In Luke, this is the only place where we find content of his preaching In Luke, this sermon is connected with other key passages in Luke-Acts (7:18-23 & Acts 10:38). This “mission” will not be resolved in Luke. But we must wait for Acts... and more!

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Content of the Text Reading Quote from Isaiah 61:1-2 (from the LXX) me me me “The Spirit of the LORD is on me, for he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor He has sent me. release release To proclaim for the captives release, and to the blind sight; To send forth the oppressed in release; (from Is 58:6)To proclaim the year of the LORD's favor” [and the day of vengeance of our God] (removed)

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Observations the Text Reading IS Jesus’ reading IS an interpretation! MERELEASE Jesus’ reading places an emphasis upon his mission. A clear connection between the person of Jesus: ME and his mission: RELEASE. ME The recurring ME must also be heard against the anticipation which the recurring introductions have given to us regarding the identity and public ministry of Jesus.

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Ministry of “Release” There is a direct connection between Isaiah 61 & 58 with Lev 25; The Year of Jubilee (Lev 25:10) The hearers (and present day readers) have entered into this new epoc of the salvation of the Lord; release/forgiveness ( a;fesij ) (see; Luke 1:77; 3:3; 5:20-21; 5:23-24; 7:47-49; 11:4; 11:4; 12:10; 17:3-4; 23:34; 24:47) Throughout Luke, the power of release is at work against diabolic forces (see esp, 13:10-17).

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Ministry of “Release” Let’s not forget that “release” also carries direct social consequences. What is forgiveness if not removing the barrier (sin) which has excluded an individual from community life? “Release” is a thorough-going entrance to wholeness, NOW, not simply a future hope or promise. A removal of both diabolic and social chains.

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Good News to “Poor” Note three verbs: to proclaim ( euvaggeli,zw ) to send forth ( avposte,llw ) to preach ( khru,ssw ) Who are “Poor” ( ptwco,j ) Poor economically? Status in ancient world was one of birth not performance One was included or excluded based upon socialmarkers

 The Ruler The Governing Class MerchantsRetainers and Priests Peasants Artisans Unclean/Degraded Expendables Social Stratification: Status, Not Class

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Lists of Social Exclusion Priesthood: Lev 21:16-24 Blemish; blind; lame; broken foot; hunchback; blemish in eyes; dwarf; scabs, etc. Dead Sea Scrolls: Rule of Community (1QSa 2:5-7) Boys, Women, Lame, blind, crippled, defect, etc.

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Luke’s Lists of Social Inclusion 4:18 Poor, captive, blind, oppressed6:20 poor, hungry, mournful, persecuted7:22 blind, lame, leper, deaf, dead, poor 14:13 and 14:21 poor, maimed, lame, blind 16:20,22 poor, ulcerated, hungry

Luke: Introduction #6 Luke 4:16-30 Luke’s Lists of Social Inclusion This continual list of adjectives in the narrative flow draws attention to the fact that to the nature of those who are unexpected recipients to the good news (4:16-30; 7:18-23) and blessedness (6:20- 26) to the status of the normally excluded are now welcomed (14:12-14; 14:15-24; 16:19-31) in each case, poor is at the top of the list (except 7:22, where it is climactic!