What's the Deal with Matthew's Genealogy?
The author is only a hobbyist in biblical studies, but presents a very readable case. I'd be interested in critiques from any of the usual suspects.
As ever, Jesse
For most Christians who read the Bible casually or devotionally, Matthew’s genealogy — the very first chapter of the New Testament — is one of the dullest passages in all of Scripture. It was a tremendously important passage for the author and his audience, however; and for me, it is an incredibly fascinating window into the author’s methods and who he thought Jesus was. It also contains numerous puzzles — some more easily solved than others. What’s so interesting about this long list of begats? Read on and find out more than you probably ever wanted to know.
The author is only a hobbyist in biblical studies, but presents a very readable case. I'd be interested in critiques from any of the usual suspects.
As ever, Jesse
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