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MacArthur, John F.

Matthew 1-7.

(The MacArthur New Testament commentary)

Bibliography: p.

Includes indexes.

1.Bible. NT. Matthew—Commentaries. I. Title.

II. Series: MacArthur, John F. MacArthur New Testament commentary.

BS2575.3.M24 1985       226’.2077      85-15225

ISBN 0-8024-0755-2

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