1. First, the nameless author of Matthew is directing his work at Jews. In order to woo them, he presents Jesus as being the sum of all the Biblical stories.
2. Joseph appears to have adopted Jesus into his household and raised him as a son. In doing so, Jesus becomes adopted into the lineage.
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Date: 2005-12-23 01:23 am (UTC)1. First, the nameless author of Matthew is directing his work at Jews. In order to woo them, he presents Jesus as being the sum of all the Biblical stories.
2. Joseph appears to have adopted Jesus into his household and raised him as a son. In doing so, Jesus becomes adopted into the lineage.