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The Teaching of Jesus

George Jackson · 1903

A 1903 book by George Jackson examining the ethical and religious teachings of Jesus as presented in the Gospels.

A later study of Jesus's ethical teachings, showing how his message was interpreted for early 20th-century congregations.

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This book, The Teaching of Jesus, was written by the Reverend George Jackson and published in 1903. It grew out of sermons given to a congregation and explores Jesus's teaching on several major themes.

Why it matters

Jackson's book reflects how religious leaders in the early 20th century presented Jesus's ethical message to ordinary congregations. It is useful for understanding how the Gospels' teachings were interpreted and simplified for popular audiences of the time.

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  • Who was this book originally written for, and how might that affect its tone and content?
  • What themes does the author choose to highlight, and why might those have mattered to his audience?
  • How does a sermon-based study differ from a direct reading of the Gospels themselves?

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