Matthew 24:1

"Matthew."

Key Reflection

In Matthew 24:1-2, Jesus's reference to "Matthew" likely signifies his disciple, whose gospel bears his name and provides a detailed account of these events. This contextual detail underscores the reliability and firsthand nature of the narrative, grounding it in the historical experience of those who witnessed the events.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

MATTHEW CHAPTER 24 INTRO: Jesus foretells the destruction of the temple, as he takes his final leave of it, and teaches what were the signs of his coming. These predictions are also recorded in Mr 13:1-37; Lu 21:6-38. Verse 1. And Jesus went out. He was going over to the Mount of Olives, Mt 24:3. The buildings of the temple. The temple itself, with the surrounding courts, porches, and other edifices. See Barnes "Mt 21:12. Mark says, that they particularly pointed out the stones of the temple, as well as the buildings.

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