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The Son of God

The כ (Kaf) and the Son of God: Fully God and Fully Man

The כ (Kaf) symbolizes the Son of God, showing that Jesus is both fully God and fully man. The long horizontal lines in the letter כ represent this important truth: that Jesus is both divine and human by nature. Here are some Bible verses that explain this: Appendix 20.1: Expanding on the Symbolism of כ (Kaf)

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Verses About Jesus as Fully God and Fully Man

1. John 1:1 "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God."
   • This verse tells us that Jesus, who is called "the Word," is fully God. He was with God from the beginning and is God Himself.
2. John 1:14 "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us."
   • This verse shows that Jesus became a human being and lived on earth. He was fully God but also became fully human. Appendix 20.2: Connection to Christ’s Mission and Role
3. Philippians 2:6-7 "Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness."
   • This verse teaches that even though Jesus was fully God, He chose to become a human and serve others.
4. Colossians 2:9 "For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form."
   • This means that Jesus is completely God, and God's full power and presence are found in Jesus' human body. Appendix 20.3: Theological Implications
5. Hebrews 2:14 "Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil."
   • Jesus took on human nature to experience life as we do and defeat the devil, showing both His humanity and divinity. Appendix 20.4: Practical Application
6. John 10:30 "I and the Father are one."
   • Here, Jesus says that He and God the Father are one. This shows His divine nature while He was living as a human on earth.
7. Romans 1:3-4 "Regarding his Son, who as to his earthly life was a descendant of David, and who through the Spirit of holiness was appointed the Son of God in power by his resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord."
   • This verse talks about Jesus' human family line, being a descendant of David, but also says He is the powerful Son of God through His resurrection. Appendix 20.5: Historical/Theological Context

Conclusion

The כ (Kaf) reminds us that Jesus, the Son of God, is both fully divine and fully human. This truth is essential to understanding who Jesus is and how He lived on earth. The Bible verses above help us see that Jesus is fully God and fully man, and this is a key part of His identity.

Discussion:

1. What does it mean to be "fully God and fully man"? How do you think these two natures of Jesus are important for us to understand?
2. In John 1:1, it says that the Word (Jesus) was with God and was God. What do you think this means about Jesus’ relationship with God the Father?
3. John 1:14 says "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us." Why do you think it was important for Jesus to become human and live with people on earth?
4. Philippians 2:6-7 talks about Jesus humbling Himself to become human. Why do you think Jesus chose to do this, even though He was fully God?
5. Colossians 2:9 says that "the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form" in Christ. What do you think it means that Jesus was fully God, but also lived as a human being?
6. Hebrews 2:14 says that Jesus "shared in their humanity." How does knowing that Jesus experienced life like us help us relate to Him?
7. In John 10:30, Jesus says, "I and the Father are one." What do you think this statement tells us about who Jesus is?
8. Romans 1:3-4 talks about Jesus being both human (a descendant of David) and divine (Son of God). Why do you think it’s important for Jesus to be both human and divine for our salvation?
9. How does understanding that Jesus is both fully God and fully man affect how we think about His mission on earth?
10. The letter כ (Kaf) represents the Son of God’s dual nature. How does this help us understand the different ways Jesus shows love and saves us?

These questions encourage students to reflect on the Bible verses and think about how Jesus' unique nature as both God and man is important for their understanding of His life and work.

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