Behold your King!
What was foretold
Matthew 21:1-6 recounts Jesus’ significant arrival in Jerusalem, fulfilling the long-awaited prophecy of Zechariah 9:9. In this account, Jesus instructs two of His disciples to go into a nearby village and find a donkey along with her colt, then bring them to Him. This deliberate act serves as a powerful symbol of humility and peace, as Jesus chooses a donkey—an animal associated with gentleness—rather than a warhorse, which would have represented military power and conquest. The disciples faithfully follow Jesus’ precise instructions, demonstrating their deep obedience and trust in His direction. Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem riding on the donkey marks the beginning of the final and pivotal phase of His earthly mission, publicly declaring His messianic identity and divine authority to the people. This passage not only highlights Jesus’ fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy but also shows His purposeful and measured steps toward the unfolding events of His passion and ultimate sacrifice.
(ai summarized)
“Now when they drew near to Jerusalem and came to Bethphage, to the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go into the village in front of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, you shall say, ‘The Lord needs them,’ and he will send them at once.” This took place to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet, saying,
“Say to the daughter of Zion,
‘Behold, your king is coming to you,
vhumble, and mounted on a donkey,
on a colt, the foal of a beast of burden.’”
The disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them. ”