In the Gospel of Mark, which Jewish prayer does Jesus quote immediately before stating the Great Commandment?
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Correct answer: The Shema
In Mark 12:29, Jesus begins his answer with 'Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one,' which is the opening of the Shema. This emphasizes the monotheistic foundation of the command to love God.
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