The Gospel According to St. Matthew

Jesus teaches parables along a desolate coastline, attracting disciples with his stern and demanding demeanor. He warns that he brings a sword, not peace, and rushes from place to place near the Sea of Galilee, sometimes drawing massive crowds and other times being driven away. His teachings often challenge authority, drawing the attention of the Pharisees, chief priests, and elders, who conspire to arrest, beat, and crucify him, as he had foretold to his followers.