Was Jesus just a political liberator

• what is an example of Jesus as a political liberator?

  Temple of cleansing- Jesus challenged economic exploitation and corruption of the Jewish authorities aligning with the actions of a political reformer. 
• what is an example of Jesus as a political liberator?

  Crucifixion as political punishment- perceived as a political liberator – viewed as a leader of movement against Roman rule
• how does Jesus' teachings on social justice support the idea that he was just a political liberator?

  Emphasized caring for the poor, the sick and oppressed which advocates for social justice and systematic change- focused on reversing social inequalities and challenging unjust structure
• how is Jesus' historical context important?

  He was living in the time of Roman occupation in Judea. Expected Messiah to be political leader. Messianic expectations some of his believers believed he was a political liberator who rebelled against the romans – triumph entry into Jerusalem
• what did Borg emphasize?

  Borg emphasized understanding Jesus within his historical and cultural context.
• what emphasizes Jesus divinity?

  “word of God” emphasize he was more than a political liberator