1. Jesus attends a wedding in Cana with His mother and disciples.
  2. The hosts run out of wine, a social disgrace in Galilean weddings.
  3. Mary tells Jesus about the problem; He replies that His “hour” has not yet come.
  4. Jesus calls His mother “woman,” a formal and polite address.
  5. Mary instructs the servants to obey Jesus.
  6. Six stone jars, each 20–30 gallons, are available for ceremonial washing.
  7. Jesus instructs the servants to fill the jars with water and present it to the master of the banquet.
  8. Jesus produces an estimated 120–180 gallons of wine.
  9. The water becomes wine; only the servants and disciples are aware of the miracle.
  10. The master of the banquet praises the bridegroom for serving the best wine last.

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