Guest Barbara Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 When John the Baptist baptizes Jesus he seems to know who he is. Then in jail he acts as though he doesn't. What's the deal with that? The Bible seems to contradict itself. :mellow: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pontifex Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 I think it would be safe to say that since Mary and Elizabeth were good friends, and relatives, and probably spent time together, as is seen when Mary goes to visit Elizabeth, that John the Baptist and Jesus not only knew each other but were great friends growing up. The fact is that there are conflicts that run throughout scripture, and that is why it is important to look at the whole of scripture in the framework of tradition before making an assessment of what it means. I hope this helps a bit. God bless. Fr. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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