The Gospels present Jesus as one whose authority over demons was unique in its historical context. Unlike Jewish exorcists of the Second Temple period—who often relied on incantations, intermediaries, and ritual objects—Jesus expelled demons solely by His own authority. This paper examines how Jesus’ exorcisms contrast with Jewish and Greco-Roman exorcistic traditions, as reflected in texts such as Tobit, 1 Enoch, Jubilees, the Dead Sea Scrolls, Josephus’ writings, and magical papyri. Utilizing a comparative analysis approach, this paper will demonstrate that Jesus’ exorcisms were not merely acts of deliverance but carried profound theological significance, signaling the inbreaking of God’s kingdom and establishing His unique authority over the forces of darkness. This paper contributes to the discussion on New Testament backgrounds by illuminating the historical and religious milieu of Jesus’ ministry and reinforcing the Christological implications of His power over the forces of darkness.