He sees this as an effort by the author of Matthew to create a deliberate contrast with Jesus , with Herod being the embodiment of all the things Jesus is not .
Gundry notes that this verse again makes sure to note Herod is a king .
Herod sees this as an effort by the author of Matthew to create a deliberate contrast with Jesus , with king being the embodiment of all the things Jesus is not .
Gundry notes that this verse again makes sure to note Herod is a king .