Matthew's story contains various events that could not have happened simultaneously or in succession.
These events were written from Matthew’s firsthand experience, and some were recounted to Matthew by other witnesses. Many different people witnessed these events from various perspectives at different times.
Matthew’s story was written long after the crucifixion, and it was compiled from information gathered from approximately five or more witnesses.
According to this passage, the events are not sequential, which is crucial for understanding this account of the crucifixion story. This passage presents a meticulously crafted historical account of the various events that transpired during the crucifixion. It delves into the reactions of people during Matthew’s time and illustrates the profound impact of Christ’s death, particularly the spiritual resurrection described in Matthew 27:52-53, which underscores the significance of his resurrection.
This story delves into the profound tragedy of our Savior’s death and its far-reaching impact on the future of the people and nation during that era. Matthew employs a unique literary technique known as free-flowing prose, specifically a Stream of Consciousness, which serves as a form of Indirect Internal Dialogue. This dialogue allows Matthew to shift the topic and insert Matthew 27:52-53 to acknowledge the immediate benefits and power of Jesus’ resurrection, which Matthew later witnessed on the Day of Pentecost. Matthew is conveying to the reader the direct connection between Jesus’ resurrection and the resurrection of the saints in Christ.
A truthful examination of the facts and an understanding of the underlying principles lead to this conclusion. As per Matthew, the resurrection of saints is a spiritual baptism of the Holy Spirit. This aligns with the account of this resurrection on the Day of Pentecost, which Matthew himself witnessed and preached.
No OTW individuals were resurrected after Jesus’ resurrection, and the concept of a pre-resurrection is a myth. The truth is that the doctrine of the OTW resurrection, currently taught as a physical resurrection of the saints mentioned in Hebrew 11 and Matthew 27:52-53, is a false doctrine.
