The Gospel Of Matthew Flashcards
What happened in 85-90 CE?
The Jews kicked the Christians out of the synagogue.
When did the gospel take place?
After 70 CE because he talks as if the temple has already been ruined.
What was Ignatious?
It represented the prominence and power Peter had at Antioch. 110-115 CE. This is where they believe the gospel took place and was written.
What did Matthew try to do with the bible?
He tried to connect Jesus to the Hebrew bible. He tried to tell the story of Jesus to the people as easily as possible.
What is Midrash?
Midrash is a commentary or interpretation of the Hebrew scriptures.
What are the two types of Midrash?
- Halakah: commentary on the legal sections.
2. Haggadah: commentary on the non-legal sections of the bible.
Who is the supreme Torah teacher?
Jesus
What is a Publican?
A tax collector.
Matthew’s Main Points of telling the stories are:
- Jesus has the credentials to be Israel’s true Messiah.
- Jesus is presented as the supreme Torah teacher.
- Instruct the community in the correct belief and behavior that will ensure Jesus’ approval when he returns.
Why does Matthew call Jesus the Messiah so much?
Because Matthew uses 90% of Mark so the text is very similar. Matthew follows the chronology of Mark but shortens everything up. Matthew will make sure that if Mark implied anything there is no confussion.
What is ekklesia?
It means The Church. Matthew is the only one that says church.
What is Matthew’s favorite saying?
Kingdom of Heaven.
What is the Cosmic Significance?
This is where the world has to take notice of Jesus and earthquakes, storms, rain, etc. will happen.
What is Matthew’s literary device?
“All of this took place to fulfill what had been spoken by the Lord through the prophet.”
What does Emmanuel mean?
God is with us. (this is what Joseph was told to name Jesus.)
What were the Wise Men?
They were astrologers.
What did the Wise Men give Jesus when he was born?
They gave him gold, frankincense, and myrrh because they were so overwhelmed with joy. The Wise Men were sent by King Herod and there wasn’t a significant amount of them. Jesus was also born in a house.
Who does Matthew trace Jesus back to?
Matthew traces Jesus back to Abraham.
What did God tell Joseph in a dream?
To flee with Mary and Jesus because King Herod was going to try and kill Jesus so they went to Egypt. This caused the Slaughter of Innocence.
What is the Slaughter of Innocence?
The Slaughter of Innocence is where King Herod went around killing all baby boys under the age of 2 to ensure that he kills Jesus. (this happened once before when Moses was born and came out of Egypt.)
What is Makarios?
It means lucky, fortunate, and privileged.
What is the Sermon at the Mount?
The Sermon at the Mount is when Jesus brings his 12 disciples and tells them that they have to act better than the Rabbis and the Scribes and tells them how they can in 6 different ways.
List the 6 Antithesis:
“You have heard ____, but I tell you_____”
- Murder - don’t murder and don’t hold grudges
- Adultery - don’t commit adultery with your body or heart
- Divorce - marry a divorced woman and you commit adultery
- Swearing - don’t swear an oath at all
- Lex Talionis - go the extra mile, give your shirt and coat
- Be Perfect - love everyone, give in secret, and pray.
What is the prayer in #6 that they’re supposed to say?
The Our Father.
