We will explore the final two quotes the writer of Matthew draws from Isaiah in this article. In Matthew 8: 17 he quotes from Isaiah 53: 4, and in Matthew 21:13 from Isaiah 56:7. Click here for part 1 Click here for part 2 Matthew 8:17 vs, Isaiah 53:4 Matthew 8:17 actually begins with verse … Continue reading Matthew Quotes From Isaiah Part 3 of 3
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Matthew Quotes from Isaiah part 2 of 3
Isaiah 29:13 &14 Context of the Scripture: God is expressing a state of condition that He sees in the Israelite's; saying the Israeli's draw near to Him outwardly – with verbal expressions they express honor, but not honor from their heart. Their fear of Him is a commandment that has been learned by meaningless repetition. … Continue reading Matthew Quotes from Isaiah part 2 of 3
Matthew Quotes from Isaiah – (part 1)
There are nine references used as quotes from Isaiah in Matthew. Four of the quotes are referenced as being made by Jesus and used as part of various teachings. The remaining five are from the writer of Matthew, using these references trying to prove his messianic agenda. Isaiah The book of Isaiah has been viewed … Continue reading Matthew Quotes from Isaiah – (part 1)
Matthew Quotes from the Prophets -Part 1: Judges
From Judges In Matthew chapter 2 verse 23 the writer of Matthew makes a reference that he is quoting from one of the prophets by stating, “was spoken by the prophets”. He then goes on in this verse with; “he shall be called a Nazarene”.1 It is implied as a quote from the Tanach and … Continue reading Matthew Quotes from the Prophets -Part 1: Judges
Matthew’s Torah Quotes – Part 4 – Deuteronomy
From Deuteronomy The writer of Matthew quotes from Deuteronomy 6:5, 6:16, 8:3, and 10:20. These four quotes cover topics on: the greatest of all the commandments (6:5), not tempting God (6:16), man does not live by bread alone (8:3), fear “the Lord” your God (Matthew says worship in place of fear) (10:20) . Topic: The … Continue reading Matthew’s Torah Quotes – Part 4 – Deuteronomy
The Commandments of the Noahide – Part 6
At the KOTEL, Jerusalem, Israel Do not commit sexual immorality Introduction To be sexual immoral can be a vague statement depending on the individual. In one group a single man holding a single ladies hand could be offensive, where as in another group anything sexual between consenting couples is permissible, and not considered immoral. Even … Continue reading The Commandments of the Noahide – Part 6
The Commandments of the Noahide – Part 3
The Great Synagogue in Jerusalem, Israel Do Not Curse G-d The next commandment in this series, “is to not curse G-d”. To investigate the phrase “to curse G-d” could have a variety of meanings depending on who is defining the phrase. One person could interpret “to curse” as a statement someone says about someone else, … Continue reading The Commandments of the Noahide – Part 3
What does it mean to atone for sin?
Growing up in a Christian environment I would hear teachers mention atonement many times in there presentations. However, very seldom did they give a comprehensive explanation on just what it meant. Usually it was coupled with Jesus atoning for everybody's sin, only how he atoned was confusing. Over time I learned what they were referring … Continue reading What does it mean to atone for sin?
When we die, do some go to heaven and others go to hell?
Christianity and Judaism have quite different views on this topic. Christianity says that all are judged upon death, and are either granted access to heaven, or doomed to hell and damnation. Judaism on the other hand teaches that the soul separates from the body at death and returns to its Creator in Gan Eden. Which … Continue reading When we die, do some go to heaven and others go to hell?
“Ezekiel’s Temple” aka “The Third Temple”
I was recently talking with a Christian friend of mine, while showing him a picture I had taken while in Israel of a Menorah that may be used in Ezekiel's Temple. He replied, “Ezekiel's Temple?” He was unaware of Ezekiel's Temple also known as, The Third Temple. I have noticed that many Christians are not … Continue reading “Ezekiel’s Temple” aka “The Third Temple”
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