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the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Salmon, the son of Nahshon,

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A Verified Royal Line

Commentators note that the names listed in this verse—Jesse, Obed, Boaz, etc.—perfectly align with the Old Testament records and Matthew's genealogy. This historical consistency was vital for early readers, as it verified Jesus' direct lineage from King David, a key credential for the promised Messiah.

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On Luke 3:32

The age of Jesus is given in approximate terms. He might have been in his mid-thirties. “Thirty” might also indicate that, like the priests who beg…

John Gill

John Gill

On Luke 3:32

17th Century

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Which was the son of Jesse

The order of the persons from Jesse to Abraham, as Obed, Boaz, Salmon, Naasson, Aminada…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Luke 3:23–38

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Matthew's list of the forefathers of Jesus showed that Christ was the son of Abraham, in whom all the families of the earth are blessed, and heir t…