So they have narrated the origin and birth of Jesus, showing his birth and childhood in different ways but both place Jesus at the center of human hope. Saint Luke does not have to explain or reason; simply recounts, placing the birth of Jesus in the context of history and hope of humanity. He knows that Jesus is the Messiah of Israel and so should be noted, but know at the same time it is also the desired …show more content…
One is David, the great king of Israel that from whose descendants would be born the Messiah. The other is Abraham, that according to the Old Testament promises, would be the father of many nations and therefore also the father of the new people of God. Thus, Jesus is inserted in the history of Israel, he enjoys the honor and authority, which is given to Him for being a son of Abraham and a son of David, and in His person, brings to fulfillment the promises made to the