And as they departed from Jericho, a great multitude followed him.
As they were leaving Jericho, a huge crowd was following Jesus around.
Jesus had that main character energy, everywhere he went, people wanted to be part of whatever he was doing.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Matthew, this verse describes Jesus and His disciples leaving the city of Jericho, an ancient site with historical significance as the first city conquered by the Israelites in the Old Testament. At this point, Jesus was traveling toward Jerusalem for the events leading to His crucifixion, and the large crowd following Him was drawn by His teachings, miracles, and growing reputation. This scene highlights the public interest in Jesus' ministry during a time of heightened religious and political tension in first-century Judea.
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