Handbook for Bible Students

Matthew

Key-word, “Kingdom;” Key-verse, 27:37.-This recognized Hebrew Gospel is the true beginning of the New Testament, linking it with the Old. The new covenant springs from the old: hence the generation of Christ is traced back to David and Abraham. Messianic history fulfils Messianic prophecy; hence the frequent reference to prediction. The prophet, priest, king, in whom Old Testament prophecies, ceremonies, and types meet, must be Messiah. [p. 96] HBS 42.4