Reference

Matthew 22:32

“I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living.”

For in the resurrection they neither marry, nor are given in marriage, but are as the angels of God in heaven.

But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying,

I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living.

And when the multitude heard this, they were astonished at his doctrine.

But when the Pharisees had heard that he had put the Sadducees to silence, they were gathered together.

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Divine Identity

The verse explicitly states "I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob?" and then attributes this statement to God directly, not to an "Angel of the LORD." Jesus is quoting Exodus 3:6, where God speaks to Moses from the burning bush. There is no mention or implication of an angel in this passage. The verse is a direct statement from God about his relationship with the patriarchs and the nature of life beyond death.

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Related Verses

Matthew 22:31

“But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying,”

Matthew 22:23

“The same day came to him the Sadducees, which say that there is no resurrection, and asked him,”

Matthew 22:33

“And when the multitude heard this, they were astonished at his doctrine.”

Matthew 22:43

“He saith unto them, How then doth David in spirit call him Lord, saying,”

Matthew 22:41

“While the Pharisees were gathered together, Jesus asked them,”

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Divine Identity

Private Study Note

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