The Bad Ssamaritans : The Elijah Motif in Luke 9:51-56 / by Jeremy D. Otten
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Journal for the Study of the New TestamentSummary: The parallel between Jesus and Elijah in the account of the Samaritan village (Lk. 9:51-56; cf. 2 Kgs 1:1-16), though recognized for centuries, has almost always been seen as a negative one. Whether for reasons of typology, eschatology or as a polemic against violent judgement, scholars tend to argue that this passage distances Jesus from the OT prophet. This article examines the passage in light of Elijah motif running throughout Luke-Acts, which is consistent in creating a positive link between Jesus and Elijah, especially in regard to compassion towards outsiders. In this light, the Lukan narrative presents Jesus' refusal to summon heavenly fire on the Samaritans as a truly Elijianic act. By contrast, the disciples, though attempting to emulate the Tishbite's actions, are ironically found to be in every way unlike Elijah.
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New Theological College On Display | Vol. 42, No. 03 (Mar 2020) | Available | JSNT4203 |
The parallel between Jesus and Elijah in the account of the Samaritan village (Lk. 9:51-56; cf. 2 Kgs 1:1-16), though recognized for centuries, has almost always been seen as a negative one. Whether for reasons of typology, eschatology or as a polemic against violent judgement, scholars tend to argue that this passage distances Jesus from the OT prophet. This article examines the passage in light of Elijah motif running throughout Luke-Acts, which is consistent in creating a positive link between Jesus and Elijah, especially in regard to compassion towards outsiders. In this light, the Lukan narrative presents Jesus' refusal to summon heavenly fire on the Samaritans as a truly Elijianic act. By contrast, the disciples, though attempting to emulate the Tishbite's actions, are ironically found to be in every way unlike Elijah.
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