Matthew
A.Author
Alphaeus, or Matthew, son of Levi, was one of the Twelve Apostles (Matthew
9:9; Mark 2:14; Luke 5:27-32). Before becoming an apostle, he was a tax
collector responsible for Rome's taxes. Tax collectors were often criticized by
Jews.
When Jesus called him to become his disciple, Matthew abandoned
everything and immediately obeyed.
Not much is known
about Matthew.
After calling him, Jesus invited him to dinner and invited friends and
other tax collectors (Luke 5:29). As an apostle, he participated in missionary
work, although there is no record of his work in the Bible. The Bible does not
mention his death, but tradition says he was killed by a halberd in Nabata,
Ethiopia, in AD 60.
B. Information in
this book.
The Gospel of Matthew was written to show how Jesus expanded,
interpreted, and fulfilled the Messianic prophecies in the Old Testament.
He wrote in front of the Jews, showing Jesus as the Messiah and King,
having received the promise from Abraham and David.
There are more Gospels than Mark and Luke because their main purpose is
to tell the Jews that Jesus is the Messiah.
In fact, there are about forty verses about Christ in the Old Testament.
Even the smallest details of the life of Jesus and the prophecies about them
are accepted as evidence of the existence of Jesus Christ.
C. Some special
points in the book. Make Vision of Joseph (1:20-24), visit to the Magi (2:1-12),
flight to Egypt (2:13-15), infanticide (2:16), Pilates dream Woman (27: 19),
Jude (27:3-10), raising the dead from the cross (27:52), and bribing the guards
at Jesus' tomb (28:12-15).
one. Tare (13:24-30), Hidden Treasure (13:44), Pearl (13:45-46), Net
(13:47), Evil Servant (18:23-24), Labor Bond (20:1) -17), father and two sons
(21:28-32), princely wedding (22:1-14), ten virgins (25:1-13), talent
(25:14-30). Chapter
A miracle. Two blind men were healed (9:27-31), the fools were driven
out (9:32-33) and gifts were given (17:24-27).
D. Special Notes in
the Book.
The word "church" never occurs in the Bible except twice in
Matthew (16:18; 18:17).
The first sentence speaks of the church as a group of believers who
share faith in Jesus Christ. The second issue concerns local churches and their
discipline for criminal members.
During his earthly ministry, Jesus gave many sermons. They are often
featured in specific passages in the four Gospels and are detailed and
comprehensive in Matthew. In fact, Matthew tells them so much that the content
of the book must have something to do with the place where these teachings were
written.
Mark
A.
Author
John Mark, real name John, Latin name Mark, is the son of a wealthy
Christian family in Jerusalem. He seems to have been brought up by tradition
and religion. He was younger than the students, perhaps the youngest writer of
the New Testament at the time of writing the Bible.
Mark is the son of Mary and a friend of the disciples (Acts 12:12).
Paul's friend and companion Barnabas is his brother (Colossians 4:10).
He was well known among students in Jerusalem. He worked with Paul and
Barnabas and said he was working with the apostle Peter, who called him
"son" (1 Peter 5:13). He went with Paul and Barnabas before he went
to preach the gospel, but returned to Asia Minor and returned to Jerusalem
(Acts 13:13).
In season two, Paul decided not to take him with him, so he and Barnabas
went to Cyprus (Acts 15:36-41). About ten years later, in 2 Timothy 4:11, Paul
tells Timothy to find Mark and bring him to Rome.
Mark is said to have died "with the removal of the Alexandrian
people from the authority of Serapis, their idol" (Fox's Book of Martyrs,
Zondervan Pub. Co., Grand Rapids, 1975, p. 13).
B. Information in
this book.
The Gospel of Mark is a historical story that refers to Christ himself
when describing his character and work. As mentioned in the first chapter of
this book, the Bible was written to show that Jesus was the Son of God.
He wrote a letter to the Gentiles, especially the Romans, to convince
them of God and the mission of Christ.
The book of Mark is the gospel in action. The Greek word
"euthus" meaning "wrong", "suddenly" and/or
"suddenly" is used 42 times. Mark seems to care more about actions
than words.
C. Some special
points in the book.
Since more than 90% of Mark's content is in Matthew and Luke, there are
some special passages in the book. A special event for Mark was the young man's
flight (14:51-52). There is only one metaphor - the growth of the seed
(4:26-29). He had two miracles: to heal the deaf and dumb (7:31-37) and to heal
the blind (8:22-26).
D. a Special
articles in books.
Because the Gospel of Mark is a book of actions, there is no doctrine.
He immediately explained. As mentioned earlier, he uses the Greek word
"euthus" more often than in the New Testament.
This Gospel tells Jesus' answer to his listeners. Twenty-three documents
were sent to the audience in response to Jesus. Call them
"surprised", "scared", "scared", "confused",
"surprised", "bad" etc.
Mark now uses history frequently. Instead of historicizing the events,
he narrates them as they are. This makes the Gospel look powerful.
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