What would Jesus drive? - GreenHybrid

tbaleno · #1 (**permalink**) 01-01-2006, 10:18 PM

Some scholars insist that Jesus drove a Honda, but didn't like to talk about it.
As proof, they cite a verse in St. John's Gospel where Christ tells the crowd,
"For I did not speak of my own Accord..." - John 12:49

And, following the Master's lead, the Apostles car-pooled in a Honda
"The Apostles were in one Accord." !!!! - Acts 5:12

xcel · #2 (**permalink**) 01-02-2006, 01:00 AM

Clubford00 · #3 (**permalink**) 01-02-2006, 06:56 AM

Dont you think he would have driven a "cross" over vehicle??? sorry it was just there!

dshelman · #4 (**permalink**) 01-02-2006, 12:13 PM

Well, here in California, Jesus drives a 77 Chevy Pickup with gardening equipment in the back. Or an 83 Monte Carlo.

Don

Delta Flyer · #5 (**permalink**) 01-02-2006, 12:19 PM

On the week he died, Jesus came into Jerusaluem on a donkey. If it were today, valid arguements could probably be made it would be:

A compact
A rental
Mass transit
A bike or motorcycle

If others offer other suggestions, I'm certain it would be consistent with the above list as a modest form of transport not intended to draw attention.

One of the strongest themes of Jesus was not seeking the approval of others be your motivation - just do the right thing and forget yourself. In other words, don't buy status symbols - things that build you up.

Just got back from a ski-trip and discussed the topic of what people drive and why they pick them. A good case could be made that status symbol vehicles (what ever they are) are driven by the most insecure of people. It's a lot easier to have heathy self-esteem, than to get things and achievments to impress others. Wtihout getting into a lot of Scripture, I'm sure Jesus could find some who drive a hybrid just as narcisstic and self-absorbed as a Hummer driver.

Before seeing this thread, the thought crossed my mind that the most effective fuel-saving measure would be if the public drive what they need in a utilitarian manner without the ego entering the vehicle choice. That's what Jesus would do.

texashchman · #6 (**permalink**) 01-02-2006, 04:08 PM

Not sure about this but I think in Jesus time most people rode a donkey, that and if he was out with the 12 apostles he would need more that a compact to get around. Sorry to say this but he might be driving a VAN! Then again if there were 13 people in one van that would make for some great mileage per person! kevin

Delta Flyer · #7 (**permalink**) 01-02-2006, 04:24 PM

A minivan is a good point!

I've read consumer research that indicates that minivan drivers are the most community-oriented of large vehicle owners.

tigerhonaker · #8 (**permalink**) 01-02-2006, 06:39 PM

Terry

RichC · #9 (**permalink**) 01-03-2006, 05:47 AM

Whatever form of land transportation he chose (by foot, by donkey) it was "Bio-fueled."

blueskies · #10 (**permalink**) 01-03-2006, 11:23 PM

The Prius, no way... but the Honda Civic Hybrid maybe...it's modest enough you can hardly tell the difference from the outside.

But realistically, Jesus might not drive at all.

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Originally Posted by Delta Flyer

On the week he died, Jesus came into Jerusaluem on a donkey. If it were today, valid arguements could probably be made it would be:

A compact<
A rental<
Mass transit<
A bike or motorcycle<

If others offer other suggestions, I'm certain it would be consistent with the above list as a modest form of transport not intended to draw attention.

One of the strongest themes of Jesus was not seeking the approval of others be your motivation - just do the right thing and forget yourself. In other words, don't buy status symbols - things that build you up.

Just got back from a ski-trip and discussed the topic of what people drive and why they pick them. A good case could be made that status symbol vehicles (what ever they are) are driven by the most insecure of people. It's a lot easier to have heathy self-esteem, than to get things and achievments to impress others. Wtihout getting into a lot of Scripture, I'm sure Jesus could find some who drive a hybrid just as narcisstic and self-absorbed as a Hummer driver.

Before seeing this thread, the thought crossed my mind that the most effective fuel-saving measure would be if the public drive what they need in a utilitarian manner without the ego entering the vehicle choice. That's what Jesus would do.