Matthew 2:15and was there until the death of Herod; that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying, "Out of Egypt I called my son."
The setting
Egypt, ~4 BC. Joseph, Mary, and baby Jesus remain in hiding after fleeing Herod's massacre. They wait in the Jewish community of Alexandria, Egypt until news arrives of Herod's death.
The emotion here: reflective awe at God's sovereignty over history
The original word
plēroō (πληρωθῇ) — to fill completely, fulfill prophecy in its deepest sense
Why it matters
Egypt had a large Jewish population in Alexandria, making it a natural refuge for Jewish families
Read with care
What most readers miss in Matthew 2:15
Matthew sees Jesus recapitulating Israel's entire history — even their exile and return
Common misconceptionPeople think this is just about Jesus avoiding danger, but Matthew is showing how Jesus fulfills Israel's entire story — their slavery, exodus, and calling as God's son.
The thread continues
Verses that echo Matthew 2:15
Bible Genome reading
Matthew 2:15 — Bible Genome reading
Emotional genome
Matthew 2:15 comes from the book of Matthew, written during the gospel period. These words are attributed to Matthew. The dominant emotion in this verse is resting, with a comfort power of 60% and a tone that is reflective. It belongs to the narrative genre of biblical literature. Key themes include prophecy fulfillment, exile, divine plan. Notable phrases: Out of Egypt I called my son; that it might be fulfilled. This verse contains prophecy.
Emotionally similar
Verses that meet the same resting
“Love is patient and is kind; love doesn't envy. Love doesn't brag, is not proud,”
— 1 Corinthians 13:4
“When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, "It is finished." He bowed his head, and gave up his spirit.”
— John 19:30
“Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing.”
— Psalms 23:1
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfor…”
— Psalms 23:4
“"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth."”
— Psalms 46:10
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