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Into Jerusalem
Students may read Matthew 21:1-11
Jesus rode into Jerusalem, surrounded by a joyful crowd who waved leafy branches and shouted, “Hosanna!” The Pharisees wanted to arrest him, but they saw the excitement and adoration of the crowd. The Pharisees had long sought to stop Jesus from teaching, but nothing had worked. And now, “When he entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred up, saying, ‘Who is this?’ And the crowds said, ‘This is the prophet Jesus, from Nazareth of Galilee.’”
Discussion Questions
Why do you think Jesus chose to enter Jerusalem in this way? The joy of Palm Sunday was wonderful, but it didn’t last long. What do you know about the last week of Jesus’ life, which is traditionally known as Holy Week?
