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The opening verses of the two Gospels, Matthew and Luke, differ in their focus and audience. Matthew's Gospel begins with a genealogy tracing Jesus' lineage back to Abraham, emphasizing Jesus' Jewish heritage and connection to the promises made to the Jewish people. On the other hand, Luke's Gospel starts with a prologue addressed to a broader audience, highlighting the historical context and the orderly account of Jesus' life that Luke intends to provide. These differences reflect the unique perspectives and intended audiences of the respective Gospel writers.

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There are four gospels of Christianity, each starting in very different ways...

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