Matthew 1:22-23
22 All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet:
23 “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”).
Matthew 1:22-23: Verse-by-Verse Analysis
Verse 22: “All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet.”
This verse highlights the fulfillment of prophecy in the birth of Jesus. It emphasizes the divine plan and purpose behind the events surrounding Jesus’ birth. The use of prophecy underscores the significance of Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah.
Verse 23: “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”).”
Here, the prophecy from Isaiah 7:14 is quoted, pointing to the miraculous nature of Jesus’ birth. The term “Immanuel” signifies the unique nature of Jesus as both fully human and fully divine. It emphasizes the presence of God among His people through Jesus, highlighting the intimate relationship between God and humanity.