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Matthew 1–2

The Two Testaments

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What Is the Connection Between Herod's Massacre and Exodus?

Matthew says that these words from Jeremiah were fulfilled. A voice was heard in Rama wailing and loud lamentation Rachel weeping for her children. She refused to be consoled because they are no more. Matthew links it with this theme of exile. And when Matthew connects it here to Herod's massacre, he's also suggesting that Israel can look forward to a future redemption.

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