MATTHEW
INTRODUCTION
The Gospel of Matthew presents Yeshua as the long-awaited Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham, whose mission is to repair Adam, whose name is encoded into Matthew 1:1. The methodology of unlocking the Rabbinic commentary on the New Testament is explained along with opening remarks on the structure of the genealogy, laying the foundation for the journey to come.
ONE
Matthew 1 traces Yeshua’s genealogy from Abraham to Joseph, emphasizing His rightful place as the Messiah and descendant of David. It also recounts the angel’s message to Joseph, revealing that Miriam's child is conceived miraculously and will be named Yeshua, for He will save His people from their sins.
TWO
Matthew 2 describes the birth of Yeshua in Bethlehem, the visit of the Magi from the East, and King Herod’s attempt to kill the child, leading to the flight to Egypt. After Herod’s death, they return, but fearing Herod’s son Archelaus, they settle in Nazareth, fulfilling multiple prophecies about the Messiah.
THREE
John the Immerser begins preaching in the wilderness, calling people to repent as he immerses them in the Jordan River, preparing the way for Yeshua. Yeshua then arrives to be baptized by John, and as he emerges from the water, the heavens open, the Spirit of God descends like a dove, and a voice from heaven declares Him as God's beloved Son.
FOUR
In Matthew 4, Yeshua is tempted by Satan in the wilderness but resists by quoting the Torah. He then begins his ministry in Galilee, calls his first disciples, and heals many, attracting large crowds.
FIVE
In Matthew 5, Yeshua delivers the Sermon on the Mount, beginning with the Beatitudes, teachings on blessings for those who are humble, merciful, and righteous. He then reveals the Torato shel Mashiach, unveiling the hidden soul of the Torah, addressing topics such as anger, lust, divorce, oaths, retaliation, and loving one's enemies.
SIX
In Matthew 6, Yeshua teaches devotion, instructing believers to practice acts of charity, prayer, and fasting privately rather than seeking public praise. Yeshua teaches the Avinu (Our Father) prayer, and bitachon (trust) in the Creator.
SEVEN
Matthew 7 concludes the Sermon on the Mount with Yeshua's teachings on judging others wisely, persistent prayer, and the importance of genuine obedience to God. He emphasizes discerning true prophets by their fruits and calls listeners to build their spiritual lives on a solid foundation of practical faithfulness to his words.
EIGHT
In Matthew 8, Yeshua demonstrates his authority through miraculous healings, including a leper, the centurion's servant, and Peter's mother-in-law, highlighting his compassion and power. He also calms a storm and casts out demons, revealing his dominion over nature and the spiritual realm, which underscores his identity as Messiah.
NINE
Matthew 9 highlights Yeshua’s authority to heal, forgive sins, and call even the marginalized into renewed relationship with God, emphasizing mercy. Among the miracles, a woman suffering from bleeding for twelve years is healed through faith, and a twelve-year-old girl is raised from the dead — Why does Matthew intertwine these accounts? What is the secret of their shared connection?
