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Who is traditionally attributed as the author of the Book of Matthew?
Who is traditionally attributed as the author of the Book of Matthew?
What is the approximate date of composition of the Book of Matthew according to most scholars?
What is the approximate date of composition of the Book of Matthew according to most scholars?
What is the main theme of the Sermon on the Mount in the Book of Matthew?
What is the main theme of the Sermon on the Mount in the Book of Matthew?
Which gospel is often seen as the most Jewish of the four gospels?
Which gospel is often seen as the most Jewish of the four gospels?
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What is the unique feature of the Book of Matthew that is not found in the other gospels?
What is the unique feature of the Book of Matthew that is not found in the other gospels?
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What is the central theme of the Book of Matthew?
What is the central theme of the Book of Matthew?
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Study Notes
Author and Dating
- The author of the Book of Matthew is traditionally attributed to Matthew, one of Jesus' 12 apostles
- Scholars debate the exact date of composition, but most agree on a date between 80-90 CE
Structure and Content
- The book can be divided into five main sections:
- The birth and preparation of Jesus (Chapters 1-2)
- The ministry of Jesus in Galilee (Chapters 3-11)
- The journey to Jerusalem (Chapters 12-20)
- The passion and death of Jesus (Chapters 21-27)
- The resurrection and great commission (Chapter 28)
- The book emphasizes Jesus' teachings, particularly the Sermon on the Mount (Chapters 5-7)
- Matthew's gospel is often seen as the most Jewish of the four gospels, with a focus on Jesus' fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies
Unique Features
- The Book of Matthew is the only gospel to mention the visit of the Magi (Wise Men) to Jesus after his birth (Chapter 2)
- The gospel includes a unique section on the church and its relationship to the kingdom of heaven (Chapter 18)
- Matthew's gospel is the only one to record the Great Commission, where Jesus commands his followers to spread his teachings to all nations (Chapter 28)
Theological Themes
- The kingdom of heaven is a central theme, emphasizing Jesus' teachings on the nature of God's kingdom
- The book highlights the importance of faith, obedience, and discipleship
- The relationship between the Old and New Testaments is a key theme, with Matthew emphasizing Jesus' fulfillment of prophecies and the inauguration of a new era of salvation
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Quiz on the structure, content, and theological themes of the Book of Matthew in the New Testament, including its authorship, composition, and unique features.
