Explain the background and new testament reference for jesue messiah

The concept of Jesus as the Messiah (or Christ) is rooted in Jewish scripture and tradition, and is central to the New Testament narrative. Here's a brief overview:

Background:

In Jewish scripture, the Messiah (Hebrew: מָשִׁיחַ, Mashiach) is a prophesied figure who will bring salvation and redemption to Israel and the world. The term "Messiah" is derived from the Hebrew word "mashiach," which means "anointed one." In Jewish tradition, the Messiah is expected to be a descendant of King David, a great leader and king of Israel, and will restore the kingdom of Israel to its former glory.

Old Testament references:

Several Old Testament passages are often cited as references to the Messiah:

  1. Genesis 3:15: God promises to send a future savior who will crush the serpent's head, symbolizing the defeat of Satan and the redemption of humanity.
  2. Deuteronomy 18:15-19: God promises to raise up a prophet like Moses, who will speak God's words and lead the people back to God.
  3. Isaiah 53:1-12: This passage describes the suffering servant who will be pierced, crushed, and exalted, and who will bring salvation to the nations.
  4. Psalm 110:1-7: This psalm speaks of a future king who will sit at God's right hand and rule over the nations.
  5. Daniel 9:24-27: This passage speaks of a future Messiah who will be cut off (die) and will have nothing, but will be cut off for the sins of the people.

New Testament references:

The New Testament presents Jesus as the fulfillment of these Old Testament prophecies and expectations. Here are some key references:

  1. Matthew 1:1-25: Jesus is presented as the Messiah, the son of David and the son of Abraham, and is referred to as the "Son of God."
  2. Matthew 2:1-12: Jesus is born in Bethlehem, fulfilling the prophecy of Micah 5:2, which says that the Messiah will be born in Bethlehem.
  3. Matthew 3:13-17: Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist, and the Holy Spirit descends upon him, marking him as the Messiah.
  4. Matthew 4:1-11: Jesus is tempted in the wilderness, and Satan quotes Psalm 91:11-12, which Jesus responds to by citing Deuteronomy 8:3, showing that he is the Messiah who will fulfill the scriptures.
  5. Matthew 16:13-20: Jesus asks his disciples who people say he is, and Peter responds that he is the Messiah. Jesus then declares that Peter is the rock upon which he will build his church.
  6. John 1:1-14: Jesus is presented as the Word of God, who became flesh and dwelt among us, and is referred to as the Messiah.
  7. Acts 2:22-36: Peter preaches about Jesus as the Messiah, citing Old Testament passages such as Psalm 16:8-11 and Psalm 110:1.
  8. Romans 1:1-4: Paul writes that Jesus is the Messiah, the son of God, and that he is the one who will redeem humanity from sin.

These references demonstrate that the New Testament presents Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and expectations, and that he is the Messiah who will bring salvation and redemption to humanity.