The Numerical Bible, Vol. 5: Matthew to John (Study Text)
Overview
Grant’s volume on the Gospels begins with a lengthy introduction to the numerical structure of the New Testament and its role in revealing a new dispensation. Still, despite its differences, the New Testament bears striking similarities to the Old Testament, which are made more poignant by the relationship between the life of Christ and the history of Israel. Grant explains the internal structure the Gospels and their coherence with one another, with a constant eye toward the significance of structures and symbols for interpretation.
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Top Highlights
“The Lord is introduced in a double character,—as Son of David, and as Son of Abraham. As Son of David He is King of Israel; as Son of Abraham He is not necessarily King at all; but He has a promise of widest blessing, which is on the principle of faith to all the families of the earth.” (Page 38)
“In fact, the first part of the genealogy embraces both the heads of promise—both Abraham and David. The second begins at once with one in whom departure from God manifested itself, one whose heart went after other gods than the One Only God, whose special favor had been shown him.” (Page 38)
“, stood the sentence of the law that ‘an Ammonite or a” (Page 40)