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Jesus

Founder of Christianity, analyzed as a psychological and historical figure.

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Also known as Jesus

First appearance: iii the religious mood

Jesus shows up with force in IV: Apophthegms and Interludes. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Quoted in aphorism 164, distinguishing the law for servants from the love of God for 'Sons of God,' placing love beyond morality.
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In IV: Apophthegms and Interludes: Quoted in aphorism 164, distinguishing the law for servants from the love of God for 'Sons of God,' placing love beyond morality. Later, in 164: Presented as speaking directly to his…

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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