During class it was stated that the key to interpreting Matthew is found at 5:17, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law (Torah) or the Prophets (Nebiim). I have come not to abolish but to fulfull.” How does Matthew show Jesus fulfilling

During class it was stated that the key to interpreting Matthew is found at 5:17, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law (Torah) or the Prophets (Nebiim). I

have come not to abolish but to fulfull.” How does Matthew show Jesus fulfilling

During class it was stated that the key to interpreting Matthew is found at 5:17, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law (Torah) or the Prophets (Nebiim). I

have come not to abolish but to fulfull.” How does Matthew show Jesus fulfilling

1. The prophets

2. Torah or the Law of Moses

I would like the writer to use Ehrman’s book which I will provide as well as lecture notes that will be found on the universities page.