Volume 3 · Chapter 163 · Pp. 28-32

At the feast in the house of the Pharisee Eli, discussions on taxes and the kingdom of the Messiah.

Chapter 163 recounts a gathering at the house of the Pharisee Eli, where Jesus arrives with some of His disciples, including the Iscariot. The chapter highlights the social dynamics of the event, noting the presence of other guests and the initial concerns about attendance. The narrative sets the stage for discussions on topics such as taxes and the kingdom of the Messiah, reflecting the theological and political tensions of the time. The chapter also depicts customary purification rituals and the hospitality extended during the feast.

Themes: Messianic Kingdom, Pharisaic Traditions, Discipleship, Purification Rituals, Social Relations, Taxation Debates