Hidden Meaning of the Wedding at Cana

Gospel of John (pt. 23b)

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​In this follow-up to our previous lesson on the symbolism of John Chapter 2, we examine the rich cultural and spiritual backdrop of the Wedding at Cana.

What did John mean when he said it was the “third day”? At first glance, this might seem like a small detail, but when viewed through the lens of Jewish wedding traditions, it opens up a powerful layer of meaning that brings the Cana scene to life.

In this lesson, we’ll explore:

• The cultural significance of weddings on the third day of the week in ancient Jewish practice
• How these traditions align beautifully with the wedding at Cana
• The symbolism behind the miracle of water turned into wine.
• Parallels to ancient Near Eastern beliefs—especially how miracles like this one were seen as signs of a god's presence, as in the case of the Greek god Dionysus

​Ultimately, we’ll see how this first “sign” reveals God's transformative power through Jesus, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary.

👉 Don’t miss this lesson as we uncover the hidden richness behind one of the most beloved stories in the Gospels!

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