The New Testament portrays Jesus as a Jew who was born and raised in Galilee, a Jewish part of the world. Here are some examples from the New Testament:
* Circumcision: Luke 2:21 states that Jesus was circumcised on the eighth day after his birth, in accordance with Jewish law.
* Jewish upbringing: The Gospels describe Jesus as being raised in a Jewish home and community. He observed Jewish customs and traditions.
* Temple visits: Jesus's parents took him to the Temple in Jerusalem (Luke 2:22-39). As an adult, Jesus continued to visit the Temple.
* Knowledge of Scripture: The Gospels depict Jesus as being familiar with the Hebrew Scriptures and quoting them frequently.
* Synagogue attendance: Jesus regularly attended synagogue and participated in Jewish worship (Luke 4:16).
* Title of Rabbi: Jesus was often addressed as "Rabbi" (teacher), a term of respect for Jewish teachers.
* Lineage: The Gospels of Matthew and Luke provide genealogies tracing Jesus's lineage back to Jewish figures like Abraham and King David.
* Observed Jewish holidays: The Gospels mention Jesus observing Jewish holidays such as Passover and the Feast of Tabernacles.
* Ministry to Jews: Jesus primarily ministered to Jewish people, declaring that he was sent to the "lost sheep of the house of Israel" (Matthew 15:24).
* Jewish disciples: Jesus's disciples were all Jewish.