Messiah Common Jewish Objections
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Common Jewish objections (with sources)
| # | Objection (summary) | Typical Jewish framing (with sources) | Typical Christian reply (with sources) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Isaiah 53 is not Jesus | Often read corporately (Israel / righteous remnant). Rashi is frequently cited in modern debate. | Christians read it messianically and connect it to Jesus’ suffering. |
| 8 | Torah test: Deuteronomy 13 | Torah warns that even if signs occur, if someone leads Israel away from true worship/commandments, he is rejected. | Christians dispute the premise (that Jesus leads away from God/Torah) and argue fulfillment rather than annulment. |
Notes
- ↑ Rashi on Isaiah 53:3, Sefaria (accessed 2026-01-18)
- ↑ Debunking the Isaiah 53 “Forbidden Chapter” claim, Jews for Judaism (accessed 2026-01-18)
- ↑ 1 Peter 2:24–25, BibleGateway (accessed 2026-01-18)
- ↑ Isaiah 53 as Suffering Servant (Christian/Messianic), Jews for Jesus (accessed 2026-01-18)
- ↑ Deuteronomy 13, Sefaria (accessed 2026-01-18)
- ↑ Standing up to a Prophet of Doom (Deut 13), Jews for Judaism (accessed 2026-01-18)
- ↑ Matthew 5:17–20, BibleGateway (accessed 2026-01-18)
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