Mat 9:16-17 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Matt 9:16-17: 9:16-17 These riddle-like parables contrast the new covenant that Jesus has established (26:26-29 ) with the old covenant, especially in relation to such rituals as fasting. Jesus consummates, but does not abolish, the law (5:17-20 ; see Gal 2:21 ; 5:4 ). Yet the new covenant requires new practices.

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‏ Matthew 9:16-17

Summary for Matt 9:16-17: 9:16-17 ^a These riddle-like parables contrast the new covenant that Jesus has established (26:26-29 ^b) with the old covenant, especially in relation to such rituals as fasting. Jesus consummates, but does not abolish, the law (5:17-20 ^c; see Gal 2:21 ^d; 5:4 ^e). Yet the new covenant requires new practices.