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Chapter 107 of 243

Nazarene:

1 min read · Chapter 107 of 243

The Lord Jesus knew rejection and derision as none other and this is brought out by the title of a Nazarene, or the "despised One." This was a stumbling block to the Jew. There are many references in the prophets to the Lord Jesus as being despised and rejected.
Additionally, the Hebrew word for Nazareth is Netzer, which means a branch or germ. Another has written, "Nazareth is called a germ from its insignificance, yet it shall through Him fill the earth with importance." All the references in the Old Testament to the Branch refer to the day when Christ will reign on earth. The Nazarene, the despised One, will be glorified.
Paul was labeled a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes. A ringleader he was not; a sect they were not, but Nazarenes they were indeed. Many Christians have tasted deeply of the reproach connected with following a rejected Christ. It is the privilege of all who love Him to know the fellowship of His sufferings. To be identified with Jesus in any way is a great privilege when we contemplate who He is.

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