Book of Matthew
matthew is part of the rich historical narrative of God's dealings with His people in the Old Testament.
28
Chapters
1,071
Verses
12
Cross-Refs
2
Sub-Topics
Quick Facts
- Author
- Matthew (Levi)
- Date Written
- c. AD 50-70
- Category
- Gospel
- Chapters
- 28
- Verses
- 1,071
- Testament
- New Testament
- Etymology
- “given”, “a reward”
About the Book of Matthew
The Gospel according to Matthew stands at the forefront of the New Testament, serving as a profound link between the Old and New Covenants. It portrays Jesus as the anticipated Messiah and King who fulfills all the prophecies and hopes of Israel, while also establishing a kingdom that surpasses ethnic divisions. Targeted mainly at a Jewish readership, Matthew’s account is richly embedded with Old Testament citations and references, conclusively affirming Jesus as the awaited descendant of Abraham and David who brings the covenant narrative to its definitive fulfillment.
Read the full Matthew study guide →Famous Verses
“Ye are the light of the world.”
Matthew 5:14
“Seek ye first the kingdom of God.”
Matthew 6:33
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations.”
Matthew 28:19
Topical Index
2 sub-topics from Nave's Topical Bible
Also called LEVI
Becomes a disciple of Jesus
Key Verses
Matthew 9:9,10
Becomes a disciple of Jesus