Matthew 2:5-6 to Micah 5:2

NT Text: Matthew 2:5-6

OT Source(s):

• Micah 5:2 (Messiah's birthplace)
• 2 Samuel 5:2 (shepherd imagery for David)

Source: Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Reference Type: Direct Quotation

Connection Method(s): Promise-Fulfillment

Anchor Text: Micah 5:2 — Bethlehem Ephrathah

Significance: Micah's prophecy explicitly identifies Bethlehem as Messiah's birthplace, connecting the coming ruler to David's origins. Matthew's paraphrase emphasizes Jesus' role as shepherd-king who will govern God's people. The reference establishes Jesus' Davidic credentials while ironically showing religious leaders possessed correct knowledge but failed to recognize fulfillment.

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