The Miracle of turning Water Into Wine
Miracle of Jesus at Cana Wedding John 2:1-11 Q. How were wedding celebrations like in eastern cultures? Who were invited? How long do the celebrations last? In Eastern cultures, weddings are like social events, where family, friends, distant relatives(extended families), neighbors are all invited. Parable of the Wedding Banquet Wedding celebration can last for 2-3, even 7 days or more. Q. The passage begins with 'On the third day', So what was is it referring to? What was Jesus' schedule like? Let us trace back to Jesus' schedule for that week. Take a note of ' The next day ' at the beginning of each verse. 1st Day - John the Baptist spoke about the Messiah. (John 1:26-28) 2nd Day - John the Baptist testifies about Jesus (John 1: 29) 3rd Day - Jesus' first disciples are chosen- Andrew and Simon Peter (John 1:35) 4th Day - More disciples - Philip and Nathaniel (John 1:43) ( Twelve Disciples of Jesus - bible study ) 7th