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TitleQuestions Jesus Asked
Publication TypeChart
Year of Publication2002
AuthorsWelch, John W., and John F. Hall
Number9-16
PublisherFoundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies
CityProvo, UT
KeywordsJesus Christ, Mortal Ministry of; Parables; Study Helps
Abstract

The teaching style of Jesus involved the use of many questions. Chart 9-16 classifies this vast collection of questions used for teaching, demonstration, and reproof. Jesus’ questions were pedagogical, forensic, argumentative, and rhetorical. Unlike Socrates and Plato, who constructed long and elaborate dialogues asking question after question, Jesus mostly posed a single question to make an irrefutable point. His questions were penetrating and perceptive. They forced listeners to stop, think, evaluate, and act. This teaching style has much to offer to parents, teachers, and leaders today.

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