The teachings of Jesus had a far greater impact on the Jews than any of the teachings they had ever heard before. This is because there was something different behind Jesus's teachings. He taught as someone who had a special power or authority to teach. This same special something is available to us through the Holy Spirit. As we grow closer to God, we will deepen our understanding of the Bible as well as our understanding of God. This is what differentiated the teachings of the Jewish religious leaders and the teachings of Jesus.