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Matthew 1:22

New Testament Gospel ASV (1901)

What does Matthew 1:22 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “Now all this is come to pass, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying,” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

Now all this is come to pass, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying,
Matthew 1:22 — American Standard Version

Context — Matthew 1

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
19And Joseph her husband, being a righteous man, and not willing to make her a public example, was minded to put her away privily.
20But when he thought on these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit.
21And she shall bring forth a son; and thou shalt call his name JESUS; for it is he that shall save his people from their sins.
22Now all this is come to pass, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying,
23Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, And they shall call his name Immanuel; which is, being interpreted, God with us.
24And Joseph arose from his sleep, and did as the angel of the Lord commanded him, and took unto him his wife;
25and knew her not till she had brought forth a son: and he called his name JESUS.
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What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“Now all this was done, etc.] These are not the words of the Angel, but of the Evangelist; observing that Mary’s being with child of the Holy Ghost, and her conception in such an extraordinary manner, whilst a pure virgin, before she and Joseph came together, who though espoused to him, was untouched by him, were all brought about in this way, and with such circumstances, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the Prophet; that is, the Prophet Isaiah, and so some copies read. The passage referred to is in (<230714>Isaiah 7:14) what is there spoken was by divine inspiration; it was spoken of the Lord by the Prophet; the Spirit of the Lord spake by him. Prophets and holy men…”
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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet-- (Isa 7:14). saying--as follows.”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Now all this was done - The prophecy here quoted is recorded in Isaiah 7:14. See the notes at that passage. The prophecy was delivered about 740 years before Christ, in the reign of Ahaz, king of Judah. The land of Judea was threatened with an invasion by the united armies of Syria and Israel, under the command of Rezin and Pekah. Ahaz was alarmed, and seems to have contemplated calling in aid from Assyria to defend him. Isaiah was directed, in his consternation, to go to Ahaz, and tell him to ask a sign from God Isaiah 7:10-11; that is, to look to God rather than to Assyria for aid. This he refused to do. He had not confidence in God, but feared that the land would be overrun by the armies…”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“1:22-23 Jesus’ birth from a virgin fulfills Isa 7:14. The Hebrew term ‘almah (virgin or young maiden) was translated parthenos (“virgin”) in the Greek Old Testament that Matthew quotes. Matthew understands the ‘almah of Isaiah as foreshadowing the Virgin Mary.”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“that: Mat 2:15, Mat 2:23, Mat 5:17, Mat 8:17, Mat 12:17, Mat 13:35, Mat 13:21; Kg1 8:15, Kg1 8:24; Ezr 1:1; Luk 21:22, Luk 24:44; Joh 10:35, Joh 12:38-40, Joh 15:25, Joh 17:12, Joh 18:9, Joh 19:36, Joh 19:37; Act 3:18, Act 13:27-29; Rev 17:17 Matthew 1:23”
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