The Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast

MATT004 - When Was Matthew Written, and Why Would That Even Matter?

Oct 17, 2019
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INSIGHT

Context Shapes Story Impact

  • Understanding the historical context deeply enhances story appreciation and emotional impact.
  • Like Stranger Things set in the 1980s, Matthew was written within living memory of its events, enriching its meaning.
INSIGHT

Gospels Written for Informed Audience

  • Gospel authors wrote within living memory, addressing audiences familiar with political events like Pontius Pilate's governorship.
  • This proximity meant they didn't explain known historical details, preserving narrative focus.
ADVICE

Study Historical and Writing Context

  • To understand Matthew well, study both the historical events described and the context in which the gospel was written.
  • Knowing the date helps position the text accurately and grasp the author's intent fully.
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