Matthew 1:15

The New Testament in Koya Language © The Word for the World International and Koya Translation Samithi, Malkangiri, Odisha 2020

ମତ୍‍ତାନତେ ମାର୍‍ ଯାକୁବ୍; ଯାକୁବ୍‍ତେ ମାର୍‍ ଜସେପ୍ ।

What Does This Mean?

This verse lists a part of Jesus' genealogy, showing the lineage from Eliud to Jacob. It's written by Matthew and highlights family connections leading up to Jesus.

Explained for Children

Think about when you make a family tree for school. This is like that! The story shows how different people are connected in Jesus’ big family tree.

Historical Background

Matthew wrote this genealogy as part of his Gospel, likely around the late first century AD. He aimed to show Jewish readers that Jesus was a direct descendant of Abraham and David, fulfilling prophecy.

Living It Out Today

Understanding our own family histories can help us see how we are connected in broader ways, like the impact of past generations on who we are today.

Topics

• genealogy
• family history
• lineage
• Jesus
• ancestry
• prophecy

Related Verses

• Luke 3:23-38
• Genesis 5:1-32
• Ruth 4:18-22
• Matthew 1:17
• Romans 9:5

Recommended Reading

Commentary Matthew Commentaries → Get This Bible The New Testament in Koya Language © The Word for the World International and Koya Translation Samithi, Malkangiri, Odisha Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Matthew include this list of names?

Matthew included these names to trace Jesus' lineage back to Abraham and David, emphasizing his role as the promised Messiah.

How does genealogy help us understand Jesus better?

Genealogy helps show that Jesus fulfills prophecies about his birth from a royal line, linking him directly to figures like King David.

What can we learn from the names in this verse?

These names reflect God's plan and faithfulness through generations, showing how specific individuals play roles in God's larger story.

How does this connect with other parts of Scripture?

This genealogy connects to prophecies in the Old Testament about a descendant of David who would be the Messiah, tying the New Testament narrative to earlier promises.