Episode Notes

Episode 89: Matthew 1-2 - Exploring Authorial Intent in Birth Narratives

March 4, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall

The story of Jesus’ birth has become more than familiar to many. But even after hearing it year after year during the holiday season, there are still elements we may be missing. In this episode, we’ll focus in on some of the finer details you may have never considered regarding how this story was written. 

Resources Referenced and/or Read:

Matthew Study Resources at the Rethinking Scripture Website: https://rethinkingscripture.com/matthew-study-resources/Williams, Dr. Peter J. (2019). Why are Jesus's birth stories different?-  https://tyndalehouse.com/explore/articles/why-are-jesus-birth-stories-different/ (Williams is Principal and CEO of Tyndale House, Cambridge).August, J. M. (2018). “He Shall Be Called a Nazarene”: The Non-Citation of Matthew 2:23. Tyndale Bulletin, 69(1), 63.

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Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. Hall

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