[editor-surveyor]

The scriptures tell us what all Jews knew, because they all were deeply schooled in the scriptures from early childhood.

You can by choice remain ignorant thereof, but the facts are there for those that desire them.
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[A_perfect_lady]

The scriptures tell us what the authors wanted us to believe. But let me ask you something for clarification: When the Old Testament predicts a Messiah, do you believe they meant a Messiah who would re-establish the kingdom of Israel, or a Messiah who would save mankind from sin?

Note, I'm not asking you what you think Jesus did, I'm asking you what the OT was predicting.