[Elsie]

It certainly sounds like they expected that the Messiah would free Israel from foreign rule and protect her from neighboring foes. This is what a king DOES, see.

Much like America today; they expect a POLITICAL solution to a SPIRITUAL problem.

[A_perfect_lady]

So it sounds like one of the things the Jews expected of their king was that he would ensure the safety of Judah and Jerusalem.

Sounds that way, but Jesus did NOT indicate that; did He. No WONDER the people were aggravated that HE was NOT leading a rebellion and wanted Him killed.

That's right! Now you are catching on! They expected him to do something very specific! Very good!!

Now here's the million dollar question: Why were they expecting something?