Matthew 1:22 facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Matthew 1:22
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Rembrandt's Joseph's Dream in the Stable painted in 1645
Book	Gospel of Matthew
Christian Bible part	New Testament

Matthew 1:22 is an important verse found in the Gospel of Matthew, which is a book in the New Testament part of the Bible. This verse comes right after an angel has appeared to Joseph in a dream. The angel told Joseph not to be afraid to marry Mary, because her baby was from God.

This verse explains that everything happening with Mary and Joseph was part of a bigger plan. It shows how events in the New Testament connect to older writings in the Old Testament.

What Matthew 1:22 Says

This verse explains that the events surrounding the birth of Jesus were not random. They were happening to make sure an old prediction came true. This prediction was spoken by God through a "prophet." A prophet is someone who shares messages from God.

Here is how Matthew 1:22 reads in a popular English version, the King James Version:

Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which

was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying,

Another modern translation, the World English Bible, puts it this way:

Now all this has happened, that it might be fulfilled

which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying,

Both versions share the same main idea. They tell us that God's plan was unfolding exactly as predicted long ago.

Connecting to Old Testament Prophecy

The verse mentions "the prophet." This is a hint that the writer of Matthew is referring to a specific prophecy from the Old Testament. The next verse, Matthew 1:23, actually tells us which prophet and what prophecy is being talked about. It quotes from the Book of Isaiah.

This connection is very important in the Gospel of Matthew. The author often shows how Jesus' life and actions fulfill prophecies from the Old Testament. This was a way to convince people that Jesus was the promised Messiah. The Messiah was a special leader that many Jewish people were expecting.

Why This Verse Matters

Matthew 1:22 helps us understand that God has a plan. It shows that events in the Bible are not just stories. They are part of a bigger picture that God has been working on for a very long time. For people who believe, it shows that God keeps His promises.

It also highlights the idea of prophecy. Prophecy is like a prediction about the future that comes from God. When these predictions come true, it helps people trust in God's power and wisdom.