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Matthew gathered seven warnings of sorrow to come (literally woe to you) inspired by similar Old Testament lists (Isaiah 5:8–23; Habakkuk 2:6–20). Matthew arranged them to reach a climax with the killing of the prophets.
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Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Gospel of Matthew Jesus Christ, Teachings of Persecution Scribe Son of Man Tradition
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Christian Minister: Trials and Persecutions of Crucifixion of Disciples, Foretold Ecclesiasticism: Jewish, Rebuked by Jesus Jesus, the Christ: Revelations by: Concerning Persecutions of Christians Martyrdom: General Scriptures Concerning Opportunity: The Measure of Responsibility Persecution of the Righteous Prophecy: They Who Uttered: Sent by Christ Prophets: The Jews: Often Put Them to Death Responsibility: According to Privilege Synagogue: Primarily an Assembly of Jews and God-Fearers of Criminal Courts Synagogues: Offenders Were often: Punished In The Punishment of the Wicked: On Account of Their: Persecuting