Luke vs. Matthew

Luke vs. Matthew

 

I really liked when we discussed the differences between Luke and Matthew in the bible. I have gone to Catholic school before and never realized the amount of differences between the two books. I think the most surprising difference that had been said was the different time period in which the books are thought to have been based around.

 

Luke:

 

The Generations between David and Jesus are 43

The concern with the fulfillment of prophecy is more of a focus in Matthew

There is an Angel that comes to Mary

An Angel comes to the Sheppherds

It is believed to be around 6-7 CE

Census was asked for amongst romans, Joseph needed to register in Bethlehem

Cercumcission of Jesus

Nazareth

Adam-father of the human race

 

 

Matthew:

The generations between David and Jesus are believed to be 28

The most greatest concern is the fulfillment of prophecy

Joseph has a dream

Magi (priest)

Joseph has another dream

Mary and Joseph take Jesus to Egypt

Herrod kills all children two years or younger

Reign of Herrod / death

Bethlehem

Emphasis on Jewish Law/ Scripture

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