In this passage, Jesus engages in a dialogue with the Pharisees, who were well-versed in the Scriptures. He references a psalm attributed to King David, where David refers to the Messiah as 'Lord.' This is significant because, in Jewish tradition, the Messiah was expected to be a descendant of David, a human king. By asking how David could call his descendant 'Lord,' Jesus is pointing to the Messiah's divine nature. This question challenges the prevailing understanding of the Messiah as merely a political or earthly leader. Instead, it opens up the possibility of the Messiah being more than just a human descendant of David, hinting at a divine authority and preexistence. Jesus uses this question to reveal the deeper truth of his identity as both the Son of God and the Son of Man. This dual nature is central to Christian belief, emphasizing that Jesus is both fully divine and fully human, bridging the gap between God and humanity. This passage encourages believers to explore the profound mystery of Christ's identity and his role in God's plan for salvation.
If then David calls him ‘Lord,’ how can he be his son?”
Matthew 22:45
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