The Gospel of Matthew is one of the four canonical gospels in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. Traditionally attributed to Matthew, a tax collector and one of the twelve apostles, it presents the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This gospel emphasizes Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and includes the famous Sermon on the Mount. Written primarily for a Jewish audience, the Gospel of Matthew highlights the connection between Jesus and Jewish traditions. It contains unique parables and teachings, such as the Parable of the Lost Sheep and the Great Commission, which instructs followers to spread Jesus' message to all nations.