Matthew 2:1 Catholic Bible: Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem in Judea, during the time when Herod was king. Matthew Chapter 2 2:1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2:2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? While it is true that ancient peoples used salt as a preservative, a search of the Bible for this use of salt comes up empty. Isaiah 60:3 And the Gentiles shall walk in thy light, and kings in the brightness of thy rising. 17 The sum of generations is therefore: fourteen from Abraham to David; fourteen from David to the Babylonian deportation; and fourteen from the Babylonian deportation to Christ. He asked them the exact date on which the star had appeared, 8 and sent them on to Bethlehem with the words, 'Go and find out all about the child, and when you have found him, let me know, so that I too may go and do him homage.'. In the discourse of the fifth book (Mt 24:125:46), the last of the great structural discourses of the gospel, Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple and his own final coming. He had the title ethnarch (i.e., ruler of a nation) and reigned from 4 B.C. We saw his star rising and have come to wo . 11 and going into the house they saw the child with his mother Mary, and falling to their knees they did him homage. 1 When Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples he moved on from there to teach and preach in their towns. For less than $5/mo. 9 Having listened to what the king had to say, they set out. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the child to kill him.(M), 14So he got up, took the child and his mother during the night and left for Egypt, 15where he stayed until the death of Herod. There are even large print Catholic Bibles and Family Catholic Bibles including some beautiful Children's Bibles. New International Version (NIV). (G) Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts(H) of gold, frankincense and myrrh. Psalm 2:6 But I am appointed king by him over Sion, his holy mountain, preaching his commandment. * [2:13] Flee to Egypt: Egypt was a traditional place of refuge for those fleeing from danger in Palestine (see 1Kgs 11:40; Jer 26:21), but the main reason why the child is to be taken to Egypt is that he may relive the Exodus experience of Israel. And Jacob begot Judas and his brethren. 2 saying: "Where is he who was born king of the Jews? 12 Since John the Baptist came, up to this present time, the kingdom of Heaven has been subjected to violence and the violent are taking it by storm. 10 Hezekiah fathered Manasseh, Manasseh fathered Amon, Amon fathered Josiah; 11 and Josiah fathered Jechoniah and his brothers. The kingly ancestor who lived about a thousand years after Abraham is named first, for this is the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the Messiah, the royal anointed one (Mt 1:16). The first of the gospels fulfillment citations, whose purpose it is to show that he was the one to whom the prophecies of Israel were pointing, occurs here (Mt 1:23): he shall be named Emmanuel, for in him God is with us. John 1:49 Nathanael answered him and said: Rabbi: Thou art the Son of God. Thank you. We saw his star* at its rising and have come to do him homage.a And when he was seated his disciples came to him. 6.95 . All materials contained on this site, whether written, audible or visual are the exclusive property of Catholic Online and are protected under U.S. and International copyright laws, Copyright 2022 Catholic Online. Jesus answered: Thou sayest that I am a king. Since Mark was written shortly before or shortly after A.D. 70 (see Introduction to Mark), Matthew was composed certainly after that date, which marks the fall of Jerusalem to the Romans at the time of the First Jewish Revolt (A.D. 6670), and probably at least a decade later since Matthews use of Mark presupposes a wide diffusion of that gospel. These are an important structure of the gospel. The discourse following this narrative (Mt 18:135) is often called the church order discourse, although that title is perhaps misleading since the emphasis is not on the structure of the church but on the care that the disciples must have for one another in respect to guarding each others faith in Jesus (Mt 18:67), to seeking out those who have wandered from the fold (Mt 18:1014), and to repeated forgiving of their fellow disciples who have offended them (Mt 18:2135). The Book of Matthew, Chapter 2We hope that you find the content of the Book of Matthew, Chapter 2 from the Douay Rheims Version of the Catholic Bible helpful to your Bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter. For we have seen his star in the east, and are come to adore him. Isaiah 32:1,2 Behold a king shall reign in justice, and princes shall rule in judgment. The end of the section prepares for the discourse on the churchs mission (Mt 10:542). John 9:1-41. Matthew 28:2 Chinese Bible Matthew 28:2 French Bible Matthew 28:2 German Bible Alphabetical: a an and angel away back behold came descended down earthquake for from going had heaven it Lord occurred of on rolled sat severe stone the There to tomb upon violent was NT Gospels: Matthew 28:2 Behold there was a great earthquake (Matt. 13 Because it was towards John that all the prophecies of the prophets and of the Law were leading; 14 and he, if you will believe me, is the Elijah who was to return. Then they opened their treasures and offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. This dark picture is relieved by Jesus praise of the Father who has enabled the childlike to accept him (Mt 11:2527), but on the whole the story is one of opposition to his word and blindness to the meaning of his deeds. 15 where he stayed until Herod was dead. . 8He sent them to Bethlehem and said, Go and search diligently for the child. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet . 8015 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy. Magi: originally a designation of the Persian priestly caste, the word became used of those who were regarded as having more than human knowledge. We saw his star as it rose and have come to do him homage.' 3 When King Herod heard this he was perturbed, and so was the whole of Jerusalem. * [ 18:10 ] Their angels in heavenmy heavenly Father : for the Jewish belief in angels as guardians of nations and individuals, see Dn 10:13 , 20 - 21 ; Tb 5:4 - 7 ; 1QH 5:20-22; as intercessors who present . They prostrated themselves and did him homage. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. Matthew 2:6-12 God's Word Translation (GW). [2] Saying, Where is he that is born king of the Jews? If you donate just $5.00, or whatever you can, Catholic Online could keep thriving for years. Rather, it seems the last days birth pains that Jesus warned us about in His Olivet Discourse in Matthew, Mark and Luke, are getting stronger and more frequent. If you donate just $5.00, or whatever you can, Catholic Online could keep thriving for years. Copyright 2019-2023 USCCB, please review our Privacy Policy. 11 They entered the house and saw the child with Mary his mother. Mt 28:20, all that I have commanded you). Hi readers, it seems you use Catholic Online a lot; that's great! THE BATTLE HYMN OF THE CHRISTMAS TREE, "The Cypress, and Pine, and Cedar Together" is based on the Orthodox Catholic Church's interpretation of a Messianic prophecy of Christ and His Holy Cross found in Isaiah 60:13 LXX (LXX means the Septuagint Version). 13 After they had left, suddenly the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, 'Get up, take the child and his mother with you, and escape into Egypt, and stay there until I tell you, because Herod intends to search for the child and do away with him.'. The narrative of the fifth book (Mt 19:123:39) begins with the departure of Jesus and his disciples from Galilee for Jerusalem. He is son of David and of Abraham, of Mary and of Joseph, but, above all, of God. Daily Readings with Questions for Reflection, RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. 13* When they had departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, Rise, take the child and his mother, flee to Egypt,* and stay there until I tell you. Today, we humbly ask you to defend Catholic Online's independence. for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him. 5 "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. . Matthew 22:41-23:39. If you are one of our rare donors, you have our gratitude and we warmly thank you. 23 And as for you, Capernaum, did you want to be raised as high as heaven? Thank you. Ephesians 2:8 Bible Verse FRIDGE MAGNET christian catholic . Thus the word of the angel will be fulfilled, he will save his people from their sins (Mt 1:21; cf. But there is also the obligation to correct the sinful fellow Christian and, should one refuse to be corrected, separation from the community is demanded (Mt 18:1518). He ordered the massacre of all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity two years old and under, in accordance with the time he had ascertained from the magi. We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him. 2 * Five of them were foolish and five were wise. 10When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. . Bible Verse: The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. But the Jews cried out, saying: If thou release this man, thou art not Caesar's friend. * [ 2:2 ] We saw his star : it was a common ancient belief that a new star appeared at the time of a ruler's birth. Psalm 45:11 And the king shall greatly desire thy beauty; for he is the Lord thy God, and him they shall adore. Federal Tax Identification Number: 81-0596847. Matthew 25:23: His lord said to him, "Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. However, having said that, though Matthew 2:1-2 doesn't specify the time of Christ's birth, we do have clues elsewhere that indicate the Wise Men did not arrive at the time Christ was actually born; rather, ca. for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.2:3 When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.2:4 And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he demanded of them where Christ should be born.2:5 And they said unto him, In Bethlehem of Judaea: for thus it is written by the prophet,2:6 And thou Bethlehem, in the land of Juda, art not the least among the princes of Juda: for out of thee shall come a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel.2:7 Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, enquired of them diligently what time the star appeared.2:8 And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search diligently for the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also.2:9 When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was.2:10 When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.2:11 And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense and myrrh.2:12 And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.2:13 And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.2:14 When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt:2:15 And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son.2:16 Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently enquired of the wise men.2:17 Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying,2:18 In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not.2:19 But when Herod was dead, behold, an angel of the Lord appeareth in a dream to Joseph in Egypt,2:20 Saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and go into the land of Israel: for they are dead which sought the young child's life.2:21 And he arose, and took the young child and his mother, and came into the land of Israel.2:22 But when he heard that Archelaus did reign in Judaea in the room of his father Herod, he was afraid to go thither: notwithstanding, being warned of God in a dream, he turned aside into the parts of Galilee:2:23 And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He shall be called a Nazarene. #shortsThis is a bible reading of the Book of Luke chapter 15 verse 8 through 11Full chapterhttps://youtu.be/Cynqhf18c14https://www.nlkministries.orghttps:/. If you donate just $5.00, the price of your coffee, Catholic Online School could keep thriving. Footnotes. 12And having been warned(I) in a dream(J) not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route. Bible Matthew Chapter 1 1 Roll of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, son of David, son of Abraham: 2 Abraham fathered Isaac, Isaac fathered Jacob, Jacob fathered Judah and his brothers, 3 Judah fathered Perez and Zerah, whose mother was Tamar, Perez fathered Hezron, Hezron fathered Ram, Your Catholic Voice Foundation has been granted a recognition of tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Matthew 2:1-2 ) It was in Bethlehem that Jesus was born. Matthew also draws upon the Old Testament story of Balaam, who had prophesied that "A star shall advance from Jacob" ( Nm 24:17 ), though there the star means not an astral phenomenon but . Click the following link for additional help with Biblical Studies, Sunday School lessons and Bible Study. 5 They told him, 'At Bethlehem in Judaea, for this is what the prophet wrote: 6 And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, you are by no means the least among the leaders of Judah, for from you will come a leader who will shepherd my people Israel. Federal Tax Identification Number: 81-0596847. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCBs) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy. 4Assembling all the chief priests and the scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCBs) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy. google_ad_slot = "2022907462"; 2 Abraham was the father of Isaac,Isaac the father of Jacob,Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. Peace in heaven and glory on high! He is conceived of a virgin by the power of the Spirit of God (Mt 1:1825). Revelation 22:16 I, Jesus, have sent my angel, to testify to you these things in the churches. . 43. . * 1 "Then * the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Luke 2:11 For, this day is born to you a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord, in the city of David. . Good News Bible Catholic Edition (GNBDK) Good News Translation (GNT) Good News Translation, US Version (GNTD) Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) Holy Bible: Easy-To-Read Version . Free . We saw his star as it rose and have come to do him homage.'. Isaiah 9:6,7 For a CHILD IS BORN to us, and a son is given to us, and the government is upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, God the Mighty, the Father of the world to come, the Prince of Peace. Yes, I tell you, and much more than a prophet: 10 he is the one of whom scripture says: Look, I am going to send my messenger in front of you to prepare your way before you. google_ad_width = 160; Matthew 2:2 German Bible Alphabetical: and asked been born come east For has have He him his in is Jews king of one saw star the to We Where who worship NT Gospels: Matthew 2:2 Where is he who is born King (Matt. 13 Zerubbabel fathered Abiud, Abiud fathered Eliakim, Eliakim fathered Azor. 2saying, Where is the newborn king of the Jews? Mt 1:23). 28 'Come to me, all you who labour and are overburdened, and I will give you rest. Although seldom referred to (see St. Matthew 13:52), the Church's interpretation of Isaiah 60:13 HAS ALWAYS BEEN CORRECT and can be clearly . Stay up to date with the latest news, information, and special offers. Scriptures are from The Douay Rheims Catholic Bible 1582-1610 a.d. No other evangelist gives the teaching of Jesus with such elegance and order as he. Show the volunteers who bring you reliable, Catholic information that their work matters. Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord, the king of Israel. For we have seen his star in the East, and are come to adore him. Righteousness means doing the will of the heavenly Father (Mt 7:21), and his will is proclaimed in a manner that is startling to all who have identified it with the law of Moses. These Old Testament texts led to the interpretation of the magi as kings. Catholic Bible Study. They prostrated themselves and did him homage. . What is meant by fulfillment of the law is not the demand to keep it exactly as it stood before the coming of Jesus, but rather his bringing the law to be a lasting expression of the will of God, and in that fulfillment there is much that will pass away. The Official Catholic Scripture Study International Bible, Largeprint, Bonded Leather, Black. NT Gospels: Matthew 2:2 Where is he who is born King (Matt. Thank you. 8 Asa fathered Jehoshaphat, Jehoshaphat fathered Joram, Joram fathered Uzziah. Matthew 2:1-2 does not specify how much time had transpired since the actual birth of our Lord. These two aspects are expressed by an Old Testament theme that occurs often in the narrative, i.e., the portrait of the suffering Righteous One who complains to God in his misery, but is certain of eventual deliverance from his terrible ordeal. 2:2 We saw his star: it was a common ancient belief that a new star appeared at the time of a ruler's birth. The magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church is the church's authority or office to give authentic interpretation of the Word of God, "whether in its written form or in the form of Tradition." [1] [2] [3] According to the 1992 Catechism of the Catholic Church . For you do not know at what hour your Lord will return. In Mt 4:12 Matthew begins his account of the ministry of Jesus, introducing it by the preparatory preaching of John the Baptist (Mt 3:112), the baptism of Jesus that culminates in Gods proclaiming him his beloved Son (Mt 3:1317), and the temptation in which he proves his true sonship by his victory over the devils attempt to deflect him from the way of obedience to the Father (Mt 4:111). And Isaac begot Jacob. The reason for that becomes clear upon study of the way in which Matthew presents his story of Jesus, the demands of Christian discipleship, and the breaking-in of the new and final age through the ministry but particularly through the death and resurrection of Jesus. In this way the words spoken through the prophets were to be fulfilled: He will be called a Nazarene. | Charlotte, NC 28277 704.543.7677 office@stmatthewcatholic.org myParish App St. Matthew Catholic Church MENU Primary Menu Prayer Wall About Us About Our Parish Directions & Campus Map Parish Directory Parish History Parish Leadership Administrative Cabinet Pastoral Council Finance Council Giving Hope Gift Shop 2) Strong's Numbers searching So called Strong's numbers are a popular tool of persons interested for a deeper study and understanding of Scripture, and do not know biblical languages. 26 Yes, Father, for that is what it pleased you to do. 4 And gathering together all the leaders of the priests, and the scribes of the people, he consulted with them as to where the Christ would be born. Daily Readings with Questions for Reflection, RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Read complete chapter Matthew 24. The Master of Delft was a Dutch painter of the . google_ad_height = 600; It's a little awkward to ask, but we need your help. Mt 16:28). 5 Blessed are those who mourn: they shall be comforted. For this was I born, and for this came I into the world; that I should give testimony to the truth. The gospel begins with a narrative prologue (Mt 1:12:23), the first part of which is a genealogy of Jesus starting with Abraham, the father of Israel (Mt 1:117). John 4:5-42. Matthew 2 Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition The Visit of the Wise Men 2 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, 2 "Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? 2 Now John had heard in prison what Christ was doing and he sent his disciples to ask him, 3 'Are you the one who is to come, or are we to expect someone else?'. This is known only to those who have seen the Risen One and to those, both Jews and Gentiles, who have believed in their announcement of Jesus triumph and have themselves become his disciples (cf. Third Sunday of Lent. [BIBLIOGRAPHY] Magi, Greek: oi Magoi. When the crowd sees the cure that testifies to the authority of Jesus, the Son of Man, to forgive sins (Mt 9:6), they glorify God who had given such authority to human beings (Mt 9:8). Both he and the other disciples must know not only that Jesus will have to suffer and die but that they too will have to follow him on the way of the cross if they are truly to be his disciples (Mt 16:2425). 13When they had gone, an angel(K) of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him.. Yes, it is an embattled position, but it is right. And suddenly the star they had seen rising went forward and halted over the place where the child was. What the Bible Says About faithful servants? 21He rose, took the child and his mother, and went to the land of Israel. The discourses are, respectively, the Sermon on the Mount (Mt 5:37:27), the missionary discourse (Mt 10:542), the parable discourse (Mt 13:352), the church order discourse (Mt 18:335), and the eschatological discourse (Mt 24:425:46). 10 When they saw the star, they were filled with joy. 1 When Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples he moved on from there to teach and preach in their towns. The post-A.D. 70 date is confirmed within the text by Mt 22:7, which refers to the destruction of Jerusalem. The vague expression through the prophets may be due to Matthews seeing a connection between Nazareth and certain texts in which there are words with a remote similarity to the name of that town. They knew it to be his star, either by some prophecy among them, or by divine revelation. How many Apostles were there? Abraham begot Isaac. Today, we humbly ask you to defend Catholic Online's independence.