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Epigraph explained
The epigraph presents a single line of scripture, 'What have we to do with Thee, Thou Jesus of Nazareth?', setting a tone of confrontation and questioning of faith.
What happens
The epigraph presents a single line of scripture, 'What have we to do with Thee, Thou Jesus of Nazareth?', setting a tone of confrontation and questioning of faith.
Themes in this chapter
Religious Hypocrisy and Faith
The epigraph directly questions Jesus, hinting at a struggle with faith and religious authority.
Key passages
“What have we to do with Thee, Thou Jesus of Nazareth?”
Why should we concern ourselves with you, Jesus of Nazareth?
This rhetorical question challenges the relevance and authority of Christ.